@harrymadridThe countdown to Messi's farewell series is down to 16 hours, and the latest highlight looks back at 2005. That was the year an 18-year-old Lionel Messi led Argentina to win the U20 World Cup. He finished the tournament with six goals total, including both of his team's strikes in the 2-1 final victory against Nigeria.
View original postPhoto by @harrymadrid· Oct 6, 2026· Lionel Messi
The image focuses on Lionel Messi holding a golden trophy, flanked by two other individuals. They are posing for a formal photograph, likely after a sporting event. The mood is celebratory and historical, presented as a framed portrait. A notable detail is the presence of a mate gourd and bombilla on the shelf below the frame, hinting at a South American connection. ON-SCREEN TEXT: 2005 U20 WORLD CUP "Messi announces himself by winning the U20 World Cup with Argentina."
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Bellingham stats vs Croatia@harrymadridThe countdown to Messi's farewell series is down to 16 hours, and the latest highlight looks back at 2005. That was the year an 18-year-old Lionel Messi led Argentina to win the U20 World Cup. He finished the tournament with six goals total, including both of his team's strikes in the 2-1 final victory against Nigeria.
View original postPhoto by @harrymadrid· Oct 6, 2026· Lionel Messi
The image focuses on Lionel Messi holding a golden trophy, flanked by two other individuals. They are posing for a formal photograph, likely after a sporting event. The mood is celebratory and historical, presented as a framed portrait. A notable detail is the presence of a mate gourd and bombilla on the shelf below the frame, hinting at a South American connection. ON-SCREEN TEXT: 2005 U20 WORLD CUP "Messi announces himself by winning the U20 World Cup with Argentina."
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