Messi speaks in advance of World Cup final, says Argentina 'will give it our all'
AP News • • sports
Key Points:
- At Fanatics Fest in New York, sports legends including Tom Brady, Novak Djokovic, and Kevin Durant gathered on stage with Lionel Messi, highlighting Messi's global influence as the greatest soccer player of all time.
- The event served as a unique preview for the upcoming World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, with players and coaches from both teams participating in a Q&A format where they asked each other questions.
- Argentina, the defending champions, have had a challenging path to the final, overcoming deficits against England and Egypt and enduring extra time in earlier rounds, maintaining an unbeaten record.
- Messi and his team expressed determination and focus ahead of the final, with Argentina aiming to become the first team since Brazil in the 1950s-60s to win consecutive World Cups.
- The event concluded with a celebratory group selfie featuring players, celebrities, and fans, underscoring the global anticipation for the World Cup final scheduled for Sunday.
