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19 July 2026

Spain-Argentina's showdown on the pitch delivered images and scenes destined to go down in football history.

Messi’s last

World Cup

, Yamal’s first triumph, and Paredes’ usual fury.

Leo Messi ended his

in tears, lying on the ground while

Spain

celebrated. An incredibly powerful and symbolic image.

More tears for Messi after receiving the silver medal from Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump.

The most iconic image, though, is the one of Messi and Yamal embracing after the final whistle.

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Sunday, 19 July 2026

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You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.

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