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Lionel Messi Breaks Down in Tears After Argentina's Stunning World Cup Comeback Against Egypt
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First reported by Mako · 51 minutes ago
What happened
Lionel Messi emotionally broke down in tears after Argentina's dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Egypt in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, revealing a rare display of passion for his national team.
- 01Lionel Messi cried after Argentina's 3-2 comeback win against Egypt in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16.
- 02Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit starting from the 67th minute to win by the 92nd minute.
- 03Messi rarely shows such emotional displays during matches but did so representing Argentina.
- 04The comeback victory is considered unforgettable and significant for Messi and the team.
- 05Photos of Messi's tears have been widely circulated, showing his deep passion for Argentina.
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