María Sol Messi, the 32-year-old sister of Inter Miami and Argentina star Lionel Messi, has been injured in a traffic accident in Miami, leading to the postponement of her wedding scheduled for January 3, 2026, in Rosario, Argentina. The incident, which occurred after she reportedly fainted while driving, resulted in multiple fractures and burns, though she is now out of danger and recovering.
The news broke on December 22, 2025, during an episode of the Argentine television program LAM on América TV, where journalist Ángel de Brito shared details after direct communication with the Messi family matriarch, Celia Cuccittini. De Brito stated that María Sol experienced a medical episode (descompensación) while driving her vehicle, causing her to lose control and collide with a wall. "Messi’s sister is okay, she’s out of danger, but I checked with the family because she was supposed to get married in Rosario on January 3, and the wedding has had to be suspended," he said.
Celia Cuccittini confirmed the injuries to de Brito: two fractured vertebrae, a fractured heel, a fractured wrist, and significant burns (particularly on one wrist). These require an extended rehabilitation period, making it incompatible with proceeding with the wedding plans in the short term. María Sol has since returned to Rosario, where she has begun her recovery surrounded by family.
The wedding was set to be an intimate family affair in Rosario—the same city where Lionel Messi married Antonela Roccuzzo in 2017—with the entire Messi family expected to attend. María Sol's fiancé, Julián "Tuli" Arellano, is a coach for Inter Miami's under-19 team. The couple, who grew up in the same neighborhood in Rosario (La Bajada), have been together for many years and share a low-profile relationship.
María Sol has long maintained a private life away from the media spotlight, despite her brother's global fame. A fashion designer and entrepreneur, she previously served as brand manager for The Messi Store, her brother's clothing line launched in collaboration with Virginia Hilfiger (sister of designer Tommy Hilfiger). She has also developed her own projects, including swimwear brands, and prefers managing her career from Rosario.
Initial reports varied slightly on the vehicle involved—some mentioned a pick-up truck or SUV, while de Brito initially speculated about a motorbike due to the burns, though family confirmation pointed to a car crash after fainting. No life-threatening complications were reported, and the focus remains on her rehabilitation.
The Messi family has requested privacy during this time, with Celia expressing distress over the news leaking publicly, given María Sol's preference for staying out of the limelight. The wedding has been postponed indefinitely, with no new date announced, prioritizing her full recovery.
This incident comes as Lionel Messi enjoys time off following Inter Miami's successful 2025 season, with the family gathering in Rosario for the holidays. The accident has shifted plans but brought the family closer in support.
