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Messi branded a ‘baby’ after desperate attempt to get Cucurella sent off

Messi’s World Cup final frustration sparked controversy after he appealed for action against Marc Cucurella’s mouth-covering exchange during Argentina’s defeat to Spain. While no punishment followed, pundits criticised the reaction as unsportsmanlike. Spain ultimately prevailed through Ferran Torres’ extra-time winner, ending Argentina’s title defence and…

July 20, 2026 World The Times of India

Messi’s World Cup final frustration sparked controversy after he appealed for action against Marc Cucurella’s mouth-covering exchange during Argentina’s defeat to Spain. While no punishment followed, pundits criticised the reaction as unsportsmanlike. Spain ultimately prevailed through Ferran Torres’ extra-time winner, ending Argentina’s title defence and…

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