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Mighty Messi, Argentina open World Cup with stunning loss, now face uphill climb
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Argentina crushes Croatia, Messi's dream lives on into final
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Messi's Sidekick Julian Alvarez Flourishing at the World Cup
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Soccer-Messi's World Cup dream alive as Alvarez helps Argentina cruise past Croatia into final
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Argentina 2-1 Australia: Lionel Messi sparkles in 1000th game as his side book Netherlands World Cup showdown - Eurosport
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Messi's World Cup dream alive as Alvarez helps Argentina cruise past Croatia into final - TODAY
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Julian Alvarez is SEIZING his moment alongside Lionel Messi
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Messi's sidekick Julián Álvarez flourishing at the World Cup
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Messi is as unique off the field as he is on it' - Man City new boy Alvarez reveals what he's learning from Haaland, Aguero and more
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Lionel Messi guides Argentina to victory over Australia despite late scare
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Argentina overpowers Croatia to reach World Cup final as Lionel Messi's last dance dream remains alive, Sports