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'Nothing was handed to Argentina': Messi unloads on favouritism claims

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  1. Lionel Messi rejected claims that Argentina benefited from favouritism, stating the team earned their results through performance.

  2. Argentina came from 1-0 down after the 85th minute to beat England 2-1 in the semifinal on July 15, 2026.

  3. Argentina will face Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

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