Lionel Messi Breaks Silence on 'Immense Pain' of World Cup Final Result: 'I Want to Congratulate Spain'
Messi thanked Argentina supporters and said the pain would take time to heal after Spain’s 1-0 extra-time win.
- On Sunday, Argentina lost the FIFA World Cup final to Spain 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, leaving Lionel Messi visibly emotional after the match.
- The 39-year-old Messi played in his sixth FIFA World Cup, the most for any male player, but Spain controlled the pitch for most of the game, limiting his opportunities.
- This group reached two consecutive FIFA World Cup finals through hard work and dedication, with Messi recalling the matches the team fought back in while acknowledging the country's support.
- On Monday, Messi addressed fans on social media, admitting the pain of falling short while acknowledging Spain's achievement and thanking Argentina's supporters for their backing throughout the tournament.
- Questions remain regarding whether Messi will continue representing the Albiceleste, as his future remains linked to Lionel Scaloni; with the 2028 Copa América held in the United States, uncertainty surrounds his final chapter.
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Lionel Messi was not on board the plane with the Argentine national team that landed in Buenos Aires on Monday.
The captain of Argentina shared an emotional message in which he lamented the defeat, congratulated Spain and acknowledged the efforts of his companions
Lionel Messi had left the stadium without comment after the World Cup final defeat against Spain. Now the superstar is speaking for the first time. He does not answer the crucial question about his person.
Lionel Messi (39) revealed his feelings a day after losing to Spain in the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup final. On the 20th (local time), Messi wrote on his Instagram, “The pain is too great. It looks like it will take a long time for this wound to heal.” Argentina lost 0-1 to Spain in the final the previous day, failing to achieve their dream of winning the World Cup for the second consecutive time. Messi added, “Right now, we
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