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'Messi is from another planet': As his legendary career winds down, fans sing his praises
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Andy Lusk , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway He will soon be celebrating his 39th birthday.
Lionel Messi, the Argentine soccer superstar, is nearing the end of his career. He will soon be celebrating his 39th birthday. Details about his upcoming activities are available, including an event in North Texas. For more information about Messi's plans, including his participation in the World Cup, readers can refer to the source, Texas Public Radio.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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