New Delhi, July 21 -- Argentina captain Lionel Messi was left in tears following his team's 1-0 loss to Spain in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in New Jersey on Sunday. After his team's defeat, Messi penned a long, heartfelt note to the fans, thanking them.

The Inter Miami star said his team should remain proud of reaching two consecutive FIFA World Cup finals.

Argentina reached the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where they defeated France 4-2 on penalties, helping Messi finally end his World Cup title drought.

Had Argentina defeated Spain on Sunday, the Albiceleste would have been the first team since Brazil in 1962 to defend the World Cup title. "The pain is immense, and this wound will take time to heal," Lionel Me...