Lionel Messi said in a statement that the pain of losing the World Cup final is immense but that he chooses to remember the good moments and the support of the nation. He also congratulated Spain on their victory.
Lionel Messi issued a statement on Monday evening in the wake of Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain. In the statement, Messi acknowledged the deep pain of the loss but expressed pride in the team's journey, including back-to-back World Cup final appearances. He thanked the Argentine public for their support and extended congratulations to Spain on their championship. The statement reflects Messi's personal reflection on the tournament's conclusion.
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