‘Mixed feelings’: The Nepali man who witnessed Messi’s farewell match

Summary

A Nepali man from Mugu district traveled to Buenos Aires to witness Lionel Messi’s final match in an Argentina jersey, calling the moment both joyful and heartbreaking. He said he will cherish the memory forever while still looking forward to seeing Messi play for Inter Miami in the United States.

Key Points
  • Himgyap Tashi Lama, a Nepali fan from Mugu district, traveled to Buenos Aires to watch Lionel Messi’s farewell match for Argentina.
  • Lama said he has followed Argentina since the days of Diego Maradona and felt deeply attached to the team through Messi.
  • Argentina beat Benin 3-0, and Messi scored in what was described as his final appearance in the blue-and-white jersey.
  • Lama said he left the stadium with mixed feelings but hopes to watch Messi play for Inter Miami for two more years.
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