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Lionel Messi Launches Messi Cup 2026, Opening Ceremony Speech Goes Viral

Lionel Messi launched the Messi Cup 2026 in Miami, where his opening ceremony speech went viral after a funny exchange with his translator. The Under-16 tournament features 16 clubs, runs until November 1, and sees River Plate defend their inaugural title.

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After the MLS defeat with Inter Miami, the 10th was present in the second edition of the competition that bears his name.Will you travel to London for the Golden Ball gala?

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A speech given by Lionel Messi (39 years old) in Miami quickly became viral, after the Argentinean star completely forgot that he had a translator with him.

On the morning of October 26th, Messi attended and gave a speech at the opening ceremony of the tournament bearing his name - the Messi Cup, which includes 16 clubs from Europe, South America, and North America. Messi will watch every match, officially skipping the 2026 Ballon d'Or awards ceremony.

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Clarin broke the news in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Monday, October 26, 2026.
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