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The small African nation ready for Messi's big night

Benin captain Steve Mounie paid for his own ticket to witness his national team face Argentina in a friendly fixture that doubles as Lionel Messi's final appearance for his home country. Mounie, sidelined by injury, traveled simply to support his teammates and view the spectacle from the stands at Estadio Monumental, where opponents are eager to secure the iconic captain's match-worn jersey.

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