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Daily Mirror
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Tom Blow

Lionel Messi slams rumours after inspiring Argentina to World Cup win over Mexico

Lionel Messi has dismissed reports claiming he is carrying an ankle injury after Argentina's crucial victory against Mexico on Saturday.

The Paris Saint-Germain forward, 35, scored a stunning second-half goal to establish Argentina's lead at the Lusail Stadium. Enzo Fernandez then produced a lovely late strike to complete a 2-0 win and secure his team's first points of the World Cup in Qatar.

Argentina were under huge pressure to beat Mexico after suffering a shock 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in their opening game of the tournament. Lionel Scaloni's side still need to beat Poland in their final game on Wednesday to make sure of their place in the last 16.

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