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Fans went to greet Messi & Argentina's captain not only waved through the window, the incredible gesture he offered

Lionel Messi makes a kind gesture, even on his birthday for the Argentina fans.

By Emmanuel Mendez

Lionel Messi smiles for a picture with his cake in front of him and the Argentina flag is in the middle. (Source: Messi Xtra X)
Lionel Messi smiles for a picture with his cake in front of him and the Argentina flag is in the middle. (Source: Messi Xtra X)
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Lionel Messi had a different kind of birthday compared to other ones as he spent it in the United States but during the Copa America with the Argentina national team. Many football fans and Argentina fans were embracing Messi for his birthday as many messages were sent to the Argentine icon. Fans of Argentina gathered together outside of the hotel where Messi and the rest of the national team were staying in before their match against Chile at the MetLife Stadium tonight. The fans were chanting Messi's name, and then the crowd jumped with joy when they saw Messi greet them from the window. That wasn't the only nic thing he did for the fans because since it was his birthday, the national team gave him a huge cake, The Argentine legend decided to let some fans get some cake for supporting them outside for many hours. The fans were stunned to receive some cake from Messi, and they are ready to support more tonight during the match.

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It was a nice moment for the Argentina fans to celebrate Messi's birthday in front of him, but despite the special day, he and the rest of the team had a training session for the match against Chile. Argentina could advance to the quarterfinals of the Copa America with a win against Chile and to top the group.

Lionel Scaloni, the coach of the Argentina national team, spoke about Messi's birthday during a press conference ahead of the Chile match. Scaloni said, "We understand how difficult it is for him to have his birthday away from home. We are trying to make him enjoy as much as possible with his teammates. We are used to it and he knows that he has the whole country with him. Tonight we will blow out the candles and eat cake I think."

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Lionel Scaloni on the Argentina team

Scaloni reflected on the team ahead of their second match of the Copa America. Scaloni said, "What I take away is what has been achieved. In the end, winning is important, but we achieved it in a way that has been contagious. Not only Argentine fans, but wherever you go, people feel identified with the way this team plays, and that is what we take away."


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