Jürgen Klopp sent a congratulatory video message to Lionel Messi on June 24, marking the Argentine's 39th birthday. "Hello Leo, happy birthday! Thanks so much for that hug. You made me really famous. Now the whole world knows me just because you hugged me," Klopp said with irony.
Messi continues his career with Inter Miami in MLS and has confirmed his commitment to continue playing to help Argentina in World Cup 2026. The midfielder has already become the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer with 18 goals, two more than Miroslav Klose and Kylian Mbappé.
Argentina has clinched knockout qualification with 6 points from two matches and will face Jordan in their Group K final match.
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