"La Cuarta Estrella": The song uniting Argentina in World Cup hopes

A new anthem, "La Cuarta Estrella," is resonating deeply with Argentine football fans at the 2022 World Cup, mirroring the phenomenon of "Muchachos" from the previous tournament. Set to the familiar rhythm of Gilda's classic "No me arrepiento de este amor," the song encapsulates the nation's fervent hope for a fifth World Cup title under Lionel Messi's leadership.

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We won the third with Lionel, we want to be champions again.

The song's creator is Pablo Quintana, a fan also known as Palmito Música on social media. Quintana, who traveled to the tournament after overcoming personal and bureaucratic hurdles, is producing content for TV Pública. He explained his creative process involved seeking a "football identity" and choosing "the queen of cumbia" as inspiration, building the lyrics phrase by phrase.

"La Cuarta Estrella" directly taps into the supporters' emotions, with verses recalling the recent 2022 victory and fostering an immediate connection. A particularly popular line states, "We won the third with Lionel, we want to be champions again." Another significant stanza references historical narratives of vindication, asserting, "And 32 years later, the Scaloneta will avenge the cup that was stolen from the ten, the one they didn't let us lift."

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And 32 years later, the Scaloneta will avenge the cup that was stolen from the ten, the one they didn't let us lift.

This lyrical content, which bridges generational sentiments by invoking both Diego Maradona's legacy and gratitude towards Messi, has quickly gone viral. Initially heard at fan gatherings in Kansas City, the song's popularity surged. Quintana expressed a desire for the song's success to unfold organically, stating, "I want it to just happen, I don't want to burn anything out." He also shared that Ignacio Ovando, a player training with the national team, confirmed the players are aware of the melody.

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I want it to just happen, I don't want to burn anything out.

The song concludes with a powerful declaration that has become a rallying cry: "For Malvinas, for Diego, for Leo's last one, Argentina, I want to see you bicampeón." This ending powerfully synthesizes the key themes defining the current relationship between the fans and Lionel Scaloni's team: historical memory, reverence for legends, and the unwavering aspiration of a generation that has grown accustomed to winning.

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For Malvinas, for Diego, for Leo's last one, Argentina, I want to see you bicampeón.