Messi Vows Argentina Will 'Give it Our All' in World Cup Final Amidst Star-Studded Event

Lionel Messi declared that Argentina will "give it our all" in the World Cup final, speaking at a unique pre-match press conference held at Fanatics Fest in New York. The event, a four-day celebration of sports, saw an extraordinary lineup of sports legends take center stage, with many posing for selfies with the soccer superstar.

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We will give it our all.

Among the luminaries present were Tom Brady, the most decorated Super Bowl champion; Novak Djokovic, holder of the most men's Grand Slam tennis titles; and Kevin Durant, a four-time Olympic gold medalist in basketball. These titans of sport were not just attendees but also questioners, engaging with Messi and the coaches and captains of both Argentina and Spain.

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It goes beyond words what Messi means as a player and what he means for Argentina.

Brady asked Messi about a viral photo of him with a young Lamine Yamal, while Djokovic inquired about dealing with pressure. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni acknowledged the significance of the final, stating, "It's one more game," and cautioned against overthinking the occasion. Despite being the only unbeaten team, Argentina faced a challenging path to the final, including a comeback victory against England in the semifinals. Spain, their opponent, drew their opening match but also reached the final undefeated in subsequent games.

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Obviously, for me, he’s the greatest of all times.