2026 World Cup, Argentina: 'Nobody gave us anything,' Lionel Messi speaks out

Author: Alassane DAKLAPublished on: July 16, 2026Country: Argentina

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2026 World Cup, Argentina: 'Nobody gave us anything,' Lionel Messi speaks out

Lionel Messi said that nobody gave Argentina anything, responding to criticism of their 2026 World Cup campaign. Argentina defeated England in the semi-finals and will face Spain in the final. Messi emphasized his team's merit.

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