Clips circulated claiming Messi predicted Australia would lose to Indonesia in their September 2024 match. In reality, these clips were from unrelated interviews regarding his move to Inter Miami .
The most frequent use of "Indonesian subtitles" on Messi videos involves that claim he is commenting on the Indonesian National Team (Timnas Indonesia).
Many videos use "translation" overlays to make it appear as if Messi is a vocal supporter of Indonesian players or coaches like Shin Tae-yong, despite no official record of such comments. Historical Context: Messi in Indonesia