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Messi Captains Argentina in 2026 Final, Family Watches in Florida

7/20/2026

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Messi Captains Final

Lionel Messi will captain Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final on July 19, 2026, with his wife and three sons watching.
Antonela Roccuzzo, born 1988, left dental studies and moved to Barcelona.
She married Messi in June 2017.
She founded Enfans in 2014 and models for Adidas, Tiffany & Co., Lancôme, and Anastasia Beverly Hills.
The family settled in South Florida in 2023 after Messi joined Inter Miami.

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Roccuzzo Celebrates

Antonela Roccuzzo Instagrammed on July 16, thanking God and shouting “Let’s go, Argentina!” after the comeback win over England.
The photo showed Roccuzzo with sons Thiago, Mateo and Ciro wearing matching pants.
Fans worldwide, including a Chinese follower of 20 years, commented urging Messi to win and dismissing “hate”.
Messi told Luzu TV that Roccuzzo is more expressive than him and that they separate each morning and reunite after school.

History

Historical Context

In 1986, Diego Maradona captained Argentina to a 3-2 victory over West Germany in Mexico City, delivering the nation its second World Cup title. The triumph sparked Argentine clubs abroad and a diaspora identity. In 2026, Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo marked Argentina’s return to the final with photos from South Florida, echoing Maradona’s legacy; the 1986 tournament attracted 2.5 million U.S. viewers.

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Messi Captains Final

Lionel Messi will captain Argentina in the 2026 World Cup final on July 19, 2026, with his wife and three sons watching.
Antonela Roccuzzo, born 1988, left dental studies and moved to Barcelona.
She married Messi in June 2017.
She founded Enfans in 2014 and models for Adidas, Tiffany & Co., Lancôme, and Anastasia Beverly Hills.
The family settled in South Florida in 2023 after Messi joined Inter Miami.

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