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Following the final whistle of Argentina's hard-fought 2026 World Cup semi-final victory over England, the reigning world champions erupted in jubilant celebration. As expected, all eyes were on captain Lionel Messi.
The 39-year-old forward didn't find the back of the net this time but instead provided two crucial assists in the 2-1 win, which came after a late comeback. The final whistle caught Messi in the center of the pitch, where he immediately dropped to his knees, expressing his joy with his hands. The "Gauchos'" leader was quickly surrounded by many of Argentina's substitutes and other bench personnel, who joined in his elation.
Social media was instantly flooded with numerous videos showcasing Messi's celebratory moment from various angles, including aerial views and footage from the stands.
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