00:01One of the most ambitious tributes ever created for Lionel Messi is making headlines again,
00:06but not for the reason fans expected.
00:09The massive 70-foot statue of Messi lifting the World Cup trophy in Kolkata, India,
00:14is being dismantled after concerns emerged about its ability to withstand strong winds.
00:20Video from the site shows cranes and workers carefully 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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