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Beckham on Messi: inspired millions of children

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo2 September 2026 at 07:41

David Beckham praised Lionel Messi after the Argentine player's farewell from the Argentina national team. As co-owner of Inter Miami, the club where Messi plays, Beckham knows the player's football well.

José Mourinho also joined the tributes to Messi. The Portuguese coach, who previously worked with the Argentine at Barcelona, publicly expressed his admiration for the player.

Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team, ending a successful international career that includes winning the 2022 World Cup.

Beckham stated that Messi inspired millions of children around the world with his football, highlighting the player's impact beyond sporting achievements.

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