Messi Turned 39 During the World Cup: Midnight Training Session Reported

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Lionel Messi turned 39 years old on June 24th while the World Cup is still running. ESPN reported that his birthday involved a midnight training session rather than celebrations. That detail tells you everything about why he's still performing at this level. Five goals in two group games. All-time World Cup scoring record holder. Thirty-nine years old training at midnight before his country's final group game. Argentina face Jordan in their last group match with Messi already through to the knockout rounds. The question of whether he plays or rests against Jordan is interesting. If he plays he might add to his record. If he rests it's preparation for the matches that matter. Clarke and Scaloni will have a decision to make.

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