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Leaked Police File: Plot to ‘Blow Up Messi With 4 Bombs’ at World Cup
Leaked Police Files Show Scary Threats Against Soccer Stars at the 2026 World Cup
Important: This article is based on reports from a Spanish newspaper (Información.es) that says it saw a secret police dossier. The information comes from leaked documents and has been reported by other news outlets like the Daily Star and The Mirror.
What Happened?
Imagine you are at the biggest soccer party in the world—the FIFA World Cup. Millions of fans are cheering, but behind the scenes, police and the FBI are working overtime to keep everyone safe. A leaked police report has now shown just how dangerous it was for the most famous players, especially Lionel Messi.
The tournament was hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. A special team made up of the FBI and the International Police Cooperation Centre (IPCC) watched over the event. They handled bomb threats, stalkers, and horrible online messages aimed at players, referees, and their families.
Messi Was the "Number One Target"
According to the leaked dossier, Lionel Messi (Argentina’s captain) received the most terror threats of any player during the whole tournament. Here are the two scariest moments:
1. The Dallas Airport Call (Before Argentina vs. Jordan)
- A mystery caller phoned Dallas airport.
- He claimed he and two other people would sneak into the stadium with homemade bombs and an AR-15 rifle.
- He threatened to hurt police, players from both teams, and made a "special mention" of Messi.
2. The Atlanta Stadium Post (Before Argentina vs. Egypt)
- Someone wrote on X (formerly Twitter):
"I’m about to enter the Atlanta stadium and blow up Messi with four bombs strapped to my body."
- At the same match, another person called police saying three bombs were hidden in trash cans around the stadium.
- Bomb squads and police dogs searched the whole venue.
Key Takeaway: Every single threat was taken seriously and investigated by the massive security operation running in the background.
Ronaldo Also Needed Extra Protection
Messi wasn’t the only superstar in danger. Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal’s captain) had his own scary moments:
- A FIFA employee reported a "suspicious man" asking where Ronaldo was staying.
- Fans tried to reach him in Houston, Toronto, and Miami.
- One man got into Ronaldo’s team hotel and tried to get on the elevator with him. He told police he just wanted a selfie.
- Another fan wearing a Ronaldo shirt ran onto the field during a Portugal vs. Croatia game.
It Wasn’t Just the Superstars
The police files show the hate and danger spread much wider:
| Who Was Targeted | What Happened |
|---|---|
| Referee François Letexier (France) | Got over 6,000 threatening WhatsApp messages after the Argentina-Egypt game. |
| VAR Referee Willy Delajod | Received abusive messages and death threats. |
| Kylian Mbappé (France) | Faced xenophobic abuse online; an effigy (doll) of him was burned and posted on social media. |
| Alexander Sørloth (Norway) & Wife | Threatened after he missed a scoring chance. |
| Jaminton Campaz (Colombia) | Got threats after missing a penalty that knocked his team out. |
| South Korea Coach & Whole Team | Needed a huge police escort to the airport after death threats followed their elimination. |
How the Safety Net Worked
The tournament used a Joint Security Operation. Think of it like a giant neighborhood watch, but for the whole world:
- FBI (USA) + IPCC (International Police) worked together.
- They monitored terror threats, stalkers, and violent online messages 24/7.
- They protected players, referees, officials, and their families.
- When a threat popped up (like a bomb call), local police, bomb squads, and dog units reacted immediately.
Summary
- A leaked police dossier reveals the 2026 World Cup had a hidden layer of intense danger.
- Lionel Messi was the primary target, facing specific bomb and shooting threats in Dallas and Atlanta.
- Cristiano Ronaldo dealt with stalkers, hotel intruders, and pitch invaders.
- Referees and other players suffered horrific online abuse, death threats, and real-world intimidation.
- A massive FBI/International police team worked behind the scenes to investigate every threat and keep the tournament running safely.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. Is this confirmed official police data?
The reports come from a Spanish newspaper (Información.es) claiming to have reviewed a leaked police dossier. It has been cited by other major outlets, but it is based on leaked documents, not an official public release by the FBI or FIFA.
2. Did any of the attacks actually happen?
No. The article states that all threats were investigated by security teams. Bomb squads searched stadiums (like in Atlanta), and suspects were arrested (like the man in Ronaldo’s hotel). The security operation prevented any attacks from taking place.
3. Why were Messi and Ronaldo targeted so much?
They are the most famous athletes on the planet. High visibility makes them targets for people seeking attention, causing chaos, or expressing extreme hatred. The dossier notes Messi attracted the "greatest number of terror-related threats."
4. What happens to the people who make these threats?
The article mentions arrests (e.g., the man in Ronaldo’s hotel, the pitch invader). Usually, making terror threats or bomb hoaxes is a serious federal crime leading to prison time, though specific sentencing details weren’t in the leaked summary.
5. Were fans in danger too?
The threats targeted players, referees, and officials, but a bomb in a stadium puts everyone at risk. That is why police treated every threat as a maximum priority, evacuating or searching venues to protect the entire crowd.
