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Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?

Q: What is this sports story about?

Argentina great Lionel Messi turns 39 today and has been lighting up the World Cup this summer, but how well do you know his journey so far?

Q: Where can I read the full article?

The complete story is available at BBC Sport: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/czdejv5z320o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

Q: Who published the original report?

BBC Sport originally published this story on June 24, 2026.

Q: What related topics does this story cover?

African Football, Trade & AfCFTA, Infrastructure

June 24, 2026

Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?

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Argentina legend Lionel Messi celebrates his 39th birthday today at the same time he has been lighting up yet another World Cup.

How well do you remember the icon's World Cup journey so far? Here are 10 questions to test your knowledge of one of the best number 10s in football history.

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