Lionel Messi broke down in tears after potential last World Cup

By admin — In News — July 20, 2026

   ​Lionel Messi became emotional following Argentina’s FIFA World Cup final loss on Sunday. The soccer legend is 39-years-old and may have played his last World Cup game. Fans inside New York New Jersey Stadium gave him a standing ovation that brought him to tears.Spain shut down Messi and Co. and they lost in extra time 1-0.Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute, which dethroned the defending champions. Argentina failed to register a single shot in the first 90 minutes. It was the first time that a team failed to get a shot attempt in regulation time in World Cup final history.MORE: Zlatan Ibrahimovic announces Fox decision after World CupMessi’s emotional moment was captured on video and posted on X.The Inter Miami superstar finished with 54 touches but only one shot. Enzo Fernández’s second yellow card also hurt Argentina’s chances as he was sent off. The team played with a one-man disadvantage in the final 30 minutes. Messi and Giuliano Simeone were the only Argentina players to record a shot attempt.Dec 18, 2022; Lusail, Qatar; Argentina forward Lionel Messi (10) holds the golden ball trophy after winning the 2022 World Cup final against France at Lusail Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Yukihito Taguchi-Imagn ImagesHow did Lionel Messi perform in the FIFA World Cup 2026?Messi led Argentina in its run to the final. He scored eight goals and provided four assists across seven matches, winning the Silver Ball as the tournament’s second-best player.The forward also created 24 chances and showcased exceptional versatility in passing. He increased his World Cup totals to 21 goals and 12 assists in 33 games played. Messi has participated in six World Cups, and many believe this year’s edition could be his last.  

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