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Goalllll! Messi mania overtakes Argentina as legend breaks scoring record
By Almudena Calatrava, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
Argentina’s passion for Lionel Messi has taken monumental form during the 2026 World Cup: A statue stands 26 meters tall in a remote town in Patagonia, and a mural signed by over 1,300 fans celebrates the captain who continues to inspire devotion across the country.A giant tribute to MessiA 26-me...
Key takeaway For me, it was very important, not only as an artist but as an Argentine,” Aldo Beroisa, 61, told The Associated Press.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
In Alamo Heights , local soccer enthusiasts are likely to be abuzz with the news of Lionel Messi's record-breaking scoring streak, and the monumental tributes popping up in Argentina. While the community may not have a direct connection to the Argentine town of Cutral Co, where a 26-meter-tall statue of Messi now stands, the passion for soccer is certainly shared. As the World Cup continues to captivate audiences worldwide, Alamo Heights residents may find themselves drawn to local watch parties or soccer events, where the excitement of the tournament can be experienced firsthand. The outpouring of admiration for Messi, as seen in the giant statue and fan-made mural, also underscores the power of sports to bring people together and inspire devotion, a phenomenon that can be observed in local sports communities as well. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how Alamo Heights residents react to the developments.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Argentina’s passion for Lionel Messi has taken monumental form during the 2026 World Cup: A statue stands 26 meters tall in a remote town in Patagonia, and a mural signed by over 1,300 fans celebrates the captain who continues to inspire devotion across the country.A giant tribute to MessiA 26-me...
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