During a World Cup match, Argentine star Lionel Messi was heard telling the referee 'Don't talk to me like that,' according to a single unverified report. The context of the exchange is not yet known.
A single unverified report circulating on social media claims that Lionel Messi, the Argentine soccer legend, admonished a World Cup referee with the words 'Don't talk to me like that'. The report, which originated from a curated the source, provides no further details on the match or the context. The Zioneer has not independently confirmed the incident. The claim comes as the 2026 World Cup tournament continues.
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