Messi donates for Madrid wildfire recovery

Lionel Messi donated €80,000 to support the reconstruction of the Spain — Sierra Oeste de Madrid region, which was severely affected by a major wildfire. The donation was announced by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Spain — Madrid, who expressed gratitude on social media. The wildfire affected around 27,000 hectares across 17 municipalities, causing widespread damage to land, property, and infrastructure, and forcing residents to evacuate. Emergency services continue to monitor the area, with some residents still unable to return home. Messi's donation is part of his broader philanthropic efforts through the Lionel Messi.