Lionel Messi breaks his silence on Argentina's World Cup heartbreak with emotional statement - after snubbing interviews in the wake of brutal loss to Spain
Messi was bidding to lead his country to World Cup glory for the second time in as many tournaments on Sunday, but Argentina came up short on the night.
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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Jul 21, 2026, 6:18 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Sports
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