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Preventing De La Fuente from targeting Messi
The article discusses Lionel Messi's performance in the 2026 World Cup final against Spain, where he failed to deliver an impactful display despite his long-standing participation in the tournament. Messi was heavily marked by Spanish players, especially after his teammate Enzo Fernández was sent off, which reduced his opportunities to touch the ball (54 times, including 15 in the first half) and prevented him from exploiting the usual spaces he finds. Spain relied on organized pressing and intense collective marking, which limited Messi's role and restricted his influence on the match, ultimately culminating in Spain's victory over Argentina. The Argentine defenders' efforts to create scoring opportunities were thwarted, as the game centered around Spanish dominance, ending with weak attempts by Argentina to alter the score. Despite his extensive experience and winning eight Ballon d'Or awards, Messi's performance in the final fell short of expectations.
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