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Argentina beaten by Uruguay in first game since Messi retirement
BUENOS AIRES: Argentina suffered a 2-1 defeat against Uruguay on Friday in their first game since Lionel Messi’s retirement from international football. A second-half own goal by Argentina defender Leonardo Balerdi followed by a fluky effort from Uruguay midfielder Maxi Araujo sealed defeat for the 2026 World Cup runners-up. Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alavarez gave Argentina hope of a comeback with a 73rd-minute strike but Uruguay held on to clinch a third victory for new manager Diego Forlan. Messi played his final game for Argentina in an emotional farewell friendly victory over Benin la...
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