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Lionel Messi's career won't have asterisk. He now has World Cup title.
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Lionel Messi in World Cup final: Argentina captain scores twice to
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Messi and his milestone goal sustain Argentina's World Cup title
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Messi wins World Cup to push claim to be soccer's GOAT
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Argentina wins World Cup on penalty kicks over France: Live updates
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Argentina wins World Cup, beating France 4-2 on penalties
Why Messi surpasses Maradona without needing World Cup victory
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Lionel Messi lifts Argentina to World Cup title - The Washington Post
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The Agony and the Ecstasy of Argentina's World Cup Victory
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What's next for Argentina after World Cup win?
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Messi carries the weight of Argentina into World Cup final
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World Cup: Coronation Complete! Lionel Messi Claims His Crown as