2026 World Cup qualifier: Messi on the bench, but Argentina cruise to 3-0 win over Bolivia - News | Khaleej Times
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Lionel Messi of FC Barcelona on the bench before the kick off during the match between FC Barcelona v Real Madrid of Copa del Rey, semifinals, first leg, 2018-2019 season. Camp Nou
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Lionel Messi looks unimpressed on bench as he's subbed off with PSG chasing goal vs Monaco while Mbappe stays on | The US Sun
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Champions League: Lionel Messi was fit enough to play against Bayern Munich reveals Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova | The Independent | The Independent
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Lionel Messi looks baffled on PSG bench after Mauricio Pochettino cuts short home debut - Daily Star
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Lionel Messi starting on the Inter Miami bench for potential MLS debut has fans on social media in uproar | Daily Mail Online
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