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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Jacob Leeks

Lionel Messi request leaves PSG chiefs concerned over World Cup 'provocation'

Paris Saint-Germain chiefs are reportedly concerned that Lionel Messi 's request to display the World Cup trophy may spark ugly scenes from the club's fans.

Messi captained Argentina to winning the tournament on Sunday, scoring twice as they beat France on penalties. It was the first time La Albiceleste have won the World Cup since 1986, an achievement which sparked wild celebrations back in South America.

But tensions have been growing amid Emiliano Martinez's feud with Kylian Mbappe and with some fans burning a cardboard grave with Mbappe's name on. Those tensions could be further inflamed when Messi returns to PSG following the celebrations of Argentina's win.

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