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Lionel Messi Amused During US Security Check as Argentina Prepares for World Cup Round of 32

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First reported by Walla · 7 hours ago

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Argentina's Lionel Messi amused during US airport security checks as the team prepares for their World Cup round of 32 match against Cape Verde, with Messi leading as top scorer and coach Lionel Scaloni managing his 100th game.

  • 01Lionel Messi has scored six goals, becoming the World Cup's all-time top scorer.
  • 02Argentina won three consecutive matches at the 2026 World Cup.
  • 03Messi was amused during routine US security checks in Miami.
  • 04Argentina faces Cape Verde in the round of 32.
  • 05Coach Lionel Scaloni will manage his 100th game, leading Argentina through a successful era.
  • 06Scaloni guided Argentina to two Copa America titles amid a team generational shift.

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MakoCenter · Hebrew7 minutes ago
Lionel Messi Amused During US Security Check as Argentina Prepares for World Cup Round of 32
N12Center · Hebrew7 minutes ago
Lionel Messi Amused During US Security Check as Argentina Prepares for World Cup Round of 32
WallaCenter · Hebrew7 hours ago
Lionel Messi Undergoes Strict Security Screening Upon Argentina's Arrival in Miami for World Cup 2026

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