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How Many World Cup Appearances Does Lionel Messi Have? The Historic Record He Could Break in 2026
This briefing expands the headline into a structured desk note you can read in a few minutes. Editor summary: He already holds the record for most World Cup appearances by any male player in history. In 2026, at 38 years old, he is about to do something no man has ever done.
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This briefing expands the headline into a structured desk note you can read in a few minutes. Key symbols and figures referenced in source material include HOW, MANY, WORLD, CUP, APPEARANCES, DOES, LIONEL, MESSI.
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Topic hub: sports · Category: Sports · Source line: NDTV Sports.
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