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·16 July 2026
«Leo, they’re breathing down my neck»: Tapia and Messi after win
«Leo, they’re breathing down my neck»: Tapia and Messi after win | OneFootball
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Argentina’s historic 2-1 victory over England left a fun little gem behind in the privacy of the celebrations. After qualifying for the 2026 World Cup final, cameras caught AFA president Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia jokingly throwing a line at captain Lionel Messi in the middle of the emotional release in Atlanta: “Leo, they’re breathing down my neck.”
The relaxed back-and-forth immediately went viral on social media, reflecting the great atmosphere, unity, and chemistry within the Scaloneta squad ahead of next Sunday’s grand final against Spain. Watch the video of the moment!
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