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Messi's last dance: Argentina out to defend World Cup trophy
Published 16 June 2026 · sports
Argentina enters the 2026 World Cup as defending champions, with expectations tempered by reflection on Lionel Messi’s widely expected final tournament. Supporters describe a more
Argentina enters the 2026 World Cup as defending champions, with expectations tempered by reflection on Lionel Messi’s widely expected final tournament. Supporters describe a more measured mood, even as tributes and celebrating Messi and the national team dominate public spaces. Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo reports from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: June 17, 2026 • 3:02 AM IST · Updated: June 17, 2026 • 3:38 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Argentina enters the 2026 World Cup as defending champions, with expectations tempered by reflection on Lionel Messi’s widely expected final tournament.
Supporters describe a more measured mood, even as tributes and celebrating Messi and the national team dominate public spaces.
Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo reports from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
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