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Messi set for final emotional farewell in Argentina send-off

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When Lionel Messi takes to the pitch on Tuesday for his final appearance for Argentina, it will bring an end to a journey that started with football authorities not even knowing his name and evolved into one of the most enduring relationships in spor…

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:51:35 UTC.

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