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Argentina lose first match after Messi retirement
It has not even been 40 days, and the superstar's retirement is already being felt in Argentina. The Albiceleste suffer defeat against Uruguay in their first match without him.
Lionel Messi received an emotional farewell in Argentina 38 days ago, and now the 2022 world champions have suffered defeat against Uruguay in their first friendly without him.
Following a goalless first half, Leonardo Balerdi scored an own goal in the 48th minute. Shortly after, Maxi Araujo made it 2-0 (53').
Julian Álvarez pulled one back for the Albiceleste in the 73rd minute, but Uruguay held on to their lead. It marks a third consecutive victory under new Uruguay coach Diego Forlán.
