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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Mark Jones

Lionel Messi makes Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni burst into tears after World Cup display

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni was moved to tears as Lionel Messi inspired his side to reach the World Cup final.

Messi scored Argentina's opener from the penalty spot as the South Americans swept aside Croatia 3-0 in Tuesday's semi-final, with Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez adding the other two goals, the second from a sublime Messi assist.

Scaloni could be seen hugging his captain after the final whistle, and after an embrace with the No.10 he wiped away tears as the prospect of a spot in Sunday's final hit home.

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