The sadness of Lionel Messi’s last tango

Lionel Messi's 2026 World Cup campaign ended in defeat at MetLife Stadium, with Argentina losing in the final to Spain. The moment appeared to mark the end of Messi's World Cup career, as he was seen sitting alone on the pitch, removing his specially made Adidas 'Last Tango' boots after the final whistle. Argentina had navigated a difficult tournament, surviving close calls against Cape Verde, Egypt, and Switzerland before reaching the final.