Lionel Messi's giant 70-foot statue is taken down just months after unveiling

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A giant 70-foot statue of Lionel Messi in Kolkata, India, is being dismantled after authorities raised concerns about its stability during strong winds. The monument, which depicted Messi lifting the World Cup trophy, had quickly become a popular attraction among football fans. Videos of the removal process are now generating widespread attention online.

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00:01One of the most ambitious tributes ever created for Lionel Messi is making headlines again,

00:06but not for the reason fans expected. The massive 70-foot statue of Messi lifting the

00:12World Cup trophy in Kolkata, India, is being dismantled after concerns emerged about its

00:17ability to withstand strong winds. Video from the site shows cranes and workers

00:22carefully taking apart the towering structure.

00:39The monument had quickly become a local attraction and a popular destination for football fans.

00:45Now, footage of its removal is spreading across social media,

00:49leaving many surprised that such a remarkable tribute lasted only a short time after its unveiling.

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