@FootynewsHe wanted to win it, to bring a new one and show it off, but his legs just wouldn't give any more. Messi said he tried to fight his own body this time and couldn't, and he could never feel well. That's a heartbreaking way to close things out. MESSI, ALWAYS MESSI.
View original postPhoto by @Footynews· Aug 12, 2026· Lionel Messi
The focus is on a single soccer player, Lionel Messi, sitting on the field with his head in his hands. He is wearing his Argentina national team jersey and appears to be in distress. The mood is somber and emotional, captured in a candid, sports photography style. Notably, his extensive arm tattoos are visible, and the background shows a blurred stadium filled with spectators. The jersey has "FIFA WORLD CUP 2022" and "AFA" logos.
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Lionel Messi Argentina World Cup trophies@FootynewsHe wanted to win it, to bring a new one and show it off, but his legs just wouldn't give any more. Messi said he tried to fight his own body this time and couldn't, and he could never feel well. That's a heartbreaking way to close things out. MESSI, ALWAYS MESSI.
View original postPhoto by @Footynews· Aug 12, 2026· Lionel Messi
The focus is on a single soccer player, Lionel Messi, sitting on the field with his head in his hands. He is wearing his Argentina national team jersey and appears to be in distress. The mood is somber and emotional, captured in a candid, sports photography style. Notably, his extensive arm tattoos are visible, and the background shows a blurred stadium filled with spectators. The jersey has "FIFA WORLD CUP 2022" and "AFA" logos.
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