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These Could Be My Last Games —Messi After Hat Trick Powers Argentina to 6-0 Victory Over Bolivia

Lionel Messi delivered a stunning performance, netting a hat trick as Argentina thrashed Bolivia 6-0 in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday night.

The 37-year-old superstar contributed three goals and two assists, showcasing his enduring talent while acknowledging that the twilight of his illustrious career is approaching.

The match, held at the Monumental de Nuñez Stadium, saw fans erupt in chants of Messi’s name, creating an emotional atmosphere for the football icon.

“It is very nice to play here feeling the affection of the Argentina fans,” said the 2022 World Cup winner. “It makes me emotional to listen to how they shout my name. We all enjoy this connection with the fans and we love playing at home.”

When questioned about the possibility of appearing in the 2026 World Cup in North America, Messi remained non-committal, expressing a desire to savor his remaining time on the pitch.

“I didn’t set any date or deadline about my future,” he stated. “I’m just enjoying all this. I am more emotional than ever and taking all the love from the people because I know these can be my last games.”

With his three goals on Tuesday, Messi achieved his 10th international hat trick, tying the record held by his longtime rival Cristiano Ronaldo for the most hat tricks at the international level.

As the Argentina fans celebrated, it was a poignant reminder of the impact Messi has had on football and the legacy he continues to build.

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