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A few miles from Rosario, the Argentine city where Lionel Messi was born, the soccer star's family has unveiled plans to build a 15,000-seat stadium.
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Argentina’s first rivals without Lionel Messi reportedly confirmed ahead of FIFA’s green light
While waiting for FIFA's green light for the official announcement, the first Argentina rivals without Lionel Messi have been reportedly confirmed. The upcoming international window will mark Argentina‘s first fixtures following Lionel Messi‘s official retirement from international football,
Argentina’s tradition of producing exceptional footballers remains undiminished, but La Albiceleste are once again facing a recognisable challenge: adapting to life without a No10 who was once thought to be irreplaceable.
With Lionel Messi retired from international football, Argentina’s iconic No. 10 shirt is suddenly homeless—and whoever inherits it faces the blessing and curse of following a legend.