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Shakira praises Lionel Messi after Argentina's World Cup win
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Shakira praises Lionel Messi after Argentina's World Cup win

From El Comercio · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Shakira attended Argentina's World Cup match against Austria in Dallas.
  • She expressed pride in Lionel Messi's performance and dedication to his country and all Latinos.
  • Shakira has been a visible presence at various World Cup matches.

Colombian superstar Shakira was present at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas to support the Argentine national team, sharing a heartfelt tribute to captain Lionel Messi following their victory.

Attending the match with her sons, Milan and Sasha, and her brother, Tonino Mebarak, the singer closely followed the game, which saw Argentina secure their passage to the next stage of the World Cup with a 2-0 win over Austria in the second round of Group J qualifiers.

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โ€” ShakiraDescribing Messi's dedication on the field.

After the match, Shakira took to social media to praise Messi. She highlighted his commitment to his national team and the broader Latin American community, stating she is "very proud of everything he is achieving for his family, his country, and all Latinos." She emphasized that Messi's dedication on the field serves as an "example" and "inspiration" for many generations, wishing him continued success in the tournament.

Shakira's appearance in Dallas is part of a pattern of public support she has shown throughout the World Cup, having been seen at various stadiums cheering for participating teams. This consistent presence reinforces her long-standing connection with the world of sports.

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โ€” ShakiraDescribing Messi's dedication on the field.
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Originally published by El Comercio in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.