Lionel Messi and his father to appeal tax fraud sentences

They've been sentenced to 21 months in prison, with both sentences likely to be suspended.

Barcelona striker Lionel Messi and his father Jorge will appeal against the 21-month prison sentences for tax fraud imposed on them by a Catalan court.

Messi's management company said on Wednesday night that the pair would take appeals to the supreme court, even though neither man is likely to serve any time in prison.