Andrew Joseph

Barcelona's Lionel Messi is one of the most recognizable athletes on Earth, and one Iranian soccer fan is embracing his uncanny resemblance to the Argentinian superstar.

Meet Riza Perestes. He's a regular guy from Iran, but he's gained popularity for his stunning resemblance to Messi.

The Mehr News Agency met up with Perestes, who was wearing an Argentina jersey, and took photos of the Messi doppelgänger.

Mehr News Agency

Mehr News Agency

Mehr News Agency

Mehr News Agency

Mehr News Agency

Mehr News Agency

And here's the real Messi.

The hair, the beard, the similar face. Yeah, we totally see it.

(h/t 101greatgoals)