Pirlo posted a snap of him and his children with Messi online, and wrote: “A great meeting with the best Leo Messi.”
The Premier League may in the midst of a hectic festive schedule but for most footballers Christmas is a time of relaxation.
Barcelona star Lionel Messi took the time to head off to Dubai on holiday, and he wasn't the only one.
The Argentina captain bumped into Juventus and AC Milan legend Andrea Pirlo.
The Italian, who played against Messi in last season's Champions League final, is currently at MLS side New York City FC.
Pirlo posted a snap online of him and his children with Messi, and wrote: "A great meeting with the best Leo Messi."
Messi is due back at his club this week ahead of Barcelona's weekend game with local rivals Espanyol.
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Barcelona star Lionel Messi bumps into Andrea Pirlo on holiday in Dubai – The Mirror
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