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Messi's last dance: Argentina out to defend World Cup trophy

Al Jazeera English

June 16, 2026

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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 advertising celebrating Messi and the national team dominate public spaces. Al Jazeera’s Teresa Bo reports from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #FIFAWorldCup2026 #Argentina #LionelMessi #MessisLastDance #TitleDefence #BuenosAires #ArgentinaFans #InjuryConcerns #AgeingSquad #NationalIdentity #AlJazeeraEnglish

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