The Worst Football Statues Ever Made
Football fans have seen their favorite stars immortalized in bronze, but not all tributes hit the mark. Some statues of iconic players like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have left fans bewildered and laughing.
A Rush to Commemorate
Clubs and cities often rush to honor their football legends, but this urgency sometimes produces downright terrible results. From awkward poses to unflattering facial features, these statues have become infamous for all the wrong reasons.
Ranking the Seven Worst
A new list ranks the seven worst football statues in history, highlighting how some attempts at homage can go hilariously wrong. Each sculpture seems worse than the last, leaving fans questioning the artistic choices.
Messi’s Kolkata Statue
The recently unveiled Messi statue in Kolkata, India, has garnered attention for its unusual appearance. While it doesn’t top the list in terms of likeness, its massive 70-foot size and slightly Ronaldo-esque face make it hard to ignore.
Football Passion Misplaced
The Kolkata statue underscores a curious misallocation of resources. While India’s national football team struggles, funds were poured into creating a massive, controversial monument, showing that even well-intentioned tributes can go spectacularly off course.
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