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Los dioses también lloran: otra razón de por qué amamos a Messi
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 20, 2026
· 4 min read
Por Federico Leiva, CNN en Español
Escribir estas palabras y esquivar las lágrimas resulta casi imposible. De mínima, se nos empañan los ojos y nos obliga a abrirle las ventanas a un invierno austral que, de pronto, se siente demasiado frío, solo para aclarar la vista y no errarle al teclado. Y...
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Key takeaway Y también lloró él, Messi, el capitán de los milagros, el abanderado de la Argentina campeona de todo entre 2021 y 2024.
Why this matters in The El Paso
In El Paso, where soccer fandom runs deep, the outpouring of emotions over Messi's farewell to the World Cup stage resonates strongly. For many in this binational community, Messi's journey is more than just a sports story - it's a cultural phenomenon that transcends borders. As fans gathered in living rooms, restaurants, and bars to watch the games, the sense of collective disappointment and admiration for Messi's legacy was palpable. The city's strong Argentine and Latin American roots make Messi's story feel particularly personal, with many residents having grown up watching him play and inspiring a new generation of young soccer players in El Paso. As the community processes the end of an era, it's likely that Messi's impact will continue to be felt in local soccer fields and parks, where his name and jersey number remain an iconic symbol of excellence and perseverance.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Por Federico Leiva, CNN en Español
Escribir estas palabras y esquivar las lágrimas resulta casi imposible. De mínima, se nos empañan los ojos y nos obliga a abrirle las ventanas a un invierno austral que, de pronto, se siente demasiado frío, solo para aclarar la vista y no errarle al teclado. Y...
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