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Unforgettable Messi

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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file

Chronological Trajectory Map

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First Reported· Aritz Gabilondo (AS)
26d ago (7 Oct)

"Un día contará la leyenda que Messi dejó Argentina para siempre, que su sangre albiceleste paró de brotar, que la ’10′ que lució por más de dos décadas ya está huérfana y vacía."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
26d ago (7 Oct)

"One day the legend will tell that Messi left Argentina forever, that his white and light blue blood stopped flowing, that the '10' that he wore for more than two decades is now orphaned and empty. One day football will understand -that religion of enthusiasts that crosses borders- that Messi left to..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified