Argentina show they can win without Messi but, eve...

According to ESPN, Argentina defeated Jordan without Lionel Messi in the starting lineup, proving the team's depth and competitive resilience at the highest level. Yet Messi, now thirty-eight years old, came off the bench and extended his goal-scoring record, demonstrating that even in a supporting role, the legendary forward remains a decisive force.

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