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How Messi could have played for Brazil instead of Argentina

Lionel Messi could have represented Brazil instead of Argentina, according to a three-year historical investigation into his maternal lineage. The Inter Miami star, who inspired La Albiceleste to the 2026 World Cup final before suffering a 1-0 defeat to Spain, was also eligible to play for Italy and Spain during his iconic career.

Riquelme suggests Messi may be above Maradona after stellar World Cup campaign

Juan Roman Riquelme has hailed Lionel Messi following Argentina's run to the 2026 World Cup final, even suggesting the captain may have surpassed Diego Maradona. The Boca president also praised Lionel Scaloni before offering his verdict on Argentina's defeat to Spain.

De la Fuente blasts Argentina's 'intolerable and unacceptable' behaviour

Luis de la Fuente has condemned Argentina's conduct towards Spain's players after the World Cup final, praising his own squad for refusing to react. The Spain boss also reflected on lifting the trophy and the unity he believes the triumph has inspired across the country.

'I must be going crazy!' - Paredes could quit Argentina & rejects conspiracies

Boca Juniors captain Leandro Paredes has cast doubt on his international future following Argentina's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. The midfielder revealed that the squad faces crucial decisions regarding their continuity while also dismissing external conspiracy theories surrounding their painful loss.

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Messi tipped to become Argentina's 'Master Yoda' and mentor Paz

Lionel Messi's playing days for Argentina may be drawing to a close, but a leading South American football journalist believes the icon could stick around in a different "Master Yoda" capacity, guiding heir apparent Nico Paz through the transition as the Albiceleste's next generation takes shape.

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Will Messi or Ronaldo grace 2030 World Cup? Future prediction

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are likely to have taken in their “last dance” at the World Cup finals, former France international Mikael Silvestre has told GOAL. Two all-time greats featured at the 2026 event, as their evergreen exploits thrill audiences across the globe, but Argentina and Portugal may be without their respective GOATs when the 2030 tournament rolls around.

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