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Watch: Every Messi World Cup goal for Argentina
Source: BBC Sport
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- Where to Watch Lionel Messi’s Final Match With Argentina
- Messi super fan travels from India to Argentina for idol’s final game
- Lionel Messi plays final Argentina game to roaring Buenos Aires farewell
- Lionel Messi’s last game for Argentina ends in triumph and tears
- Messi marks tearful Argentina farewell with goal: Wish I could play forever
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