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Lionel Messi celebrates his 39th birthday with Argentina teammates during a joyful World Cup
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk DÉBORA REY , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about Messi's birthday celebration and Argentina's progress in the World Cup can be found through KGNS news sources.
Lionel Messi recently celebrated a milestone birthday, turning 39 years old. This occasion took place during the World Cup, where Messi is currently competing with his Argentina teammates. The team's performance in the tournament has been successful so far, with Argentina already qualifying for the knockout stage.
Messi has also achieved a notable individual feat, becoming the career scoring leader in the World Cup. Further details about Messi's birthday celebration and Argentina's progress in the World Cup can be found through KGNS news sources.
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Category: local Published: June 25, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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