A fan of Argentine football star Lionel Messi lifts a replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy during celebrations of his 39th birthday in Berazategui, Buenos Aires province, on June 24, 2026. Argentina and the entire football world pay a heartfelt "thank you for so much" this Wednesday to Lionel Messi, who turns 39 while enjoying his complete love affair with the World Cup. (Photo by Nicolas SUAREZ / AFP via Getty Images)