By Afiur
August 05, 2026
Isabel Diaz Ayuso, president of the Madrid regional government, announced the Argentine star`s contribution on social media and thanked him.
Leo Messi has donated 80,000 euros to rebuild the Sierra Oeste area in Madrid. I would like to thank him - Diaz said
The donation comes as Spanish authorities continue their efforts to manage the aftermath of the devastating wildfires that swept through Madrid.
Wildfires continued to spread across southern Europe, triggering mass evacuations and emergency operations in Spain, France and Italy.
Spain had declared a national emergency as fires threatened communities near Madrid and in the province of Avila.