: Instead of a video or image, you are prompted to download a .rar file (a compressed folder).

The phrase "" is a high-risk search term often associated with cyberattacks, phishing, and malware distribution. Cybercriminals frequently use the names of global icons like Lionel Messi as "clickbait" to trick fans into downloading malicious files. The Story of the "Messi.rar" Scam

: Hackers use .rar files because antivirus software sometimes struggles to scan inside compressed or password-protected folders.

: You might see a post or email promising "unseen Messi highlights," "Messi's leaked contract," or "free Messi-themed game assets".

Hijack your social media or YouTube accounts to spread more scams.

This type of download is a classic example of a attack. Here is how the trap typically works: