Pauline Kana has become a true icon in Argentina, and she remains a constant presence at this year’s World Cup. At 100 years old, she stands out as one of Lionel Messi’s oldest fans and holds the unique distinction of having once watched a young Pelé play.

Kana has followed every World Cup throughout her life, a fact she highlighted on a sign during Argentina’s quarterfinal victory over Switzerland.

The American remains active on social media alongside her grandson, Ross Smith. The pair originally gained fame in 2013 by producing short comedy videos on Vine. This early success later evolved into major channels on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. On TikTok alone, the woman known as the “Gangster Granny” has attracted more than 25 million followers.

While she may not consider herself a football expert, she has developed a deep passion for the sport and has traveled to stadiums around the world for years to follow Messi. Naturally, she made sure to attend this World Cup, where she celebrated her idol’s advancement to the semifinals from the stands. Her sign also provided plenty of entertainment for the surrounding crowd.