{
  "id": 4819550,
  "title": "'Some Of The Happies Days Of Our Lives': Lionel Messi's Wife Wholesome Reaction After Argentine Star Announces International Retirement Goes Viral",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/some-of-the-happies-days-of-our-lives-lionel-messis-wife-wholesome",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T07:55:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/some-of-the-happies-days-of-our-lives-lionel-messis-wife-wholesome-reaction-after-argentine-star-announces-international-retirement-goes-viral"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Antonela Roccuzzo, wife of former football star Lionel Messi, has shared a heartfelt tribute to her husband following his announcement of retirement from international football. The 39-year-old Messi, who recently lost his father, bid farewell to his international career after last appearing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat against Spain. As tributes pour in, Roccuzzo took to social media to express her admiration for her husband's resilience throughout his career. She recounted watching Messi suffer, fall, and rise, and eventually achieve his dreams, bringing joy to their family. Roccuzzo emphasized that Messi's story was about more than just the medals and accolades; it was also a testament to their children witnessing their father's perseverance and dedication. She expressed excitement about their children growing up seeing Messi fight for his goals, never giving up, and ultimately achieving success, including lifting the FIFA World Cup in 2022. Messi's international career was marked by both celebration and hardship, but his triumphs with Argentina, such as winning the Copa America, solidified his legacy and provided a fitting end to a career that has inspired football fans worldwide.",
  "summary": "Lionel Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, has paid an emotional tribute to the Argentine football icon after he announced his retirement on Monday. The 39-year-old Messi, who recently lost his father, ended his international career having last featured in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss to Spain. As tributes continue to flow in, Roccuzzo took to Instagram to give her perspective on her husband's…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Free Press Journal",
        "title": "'Argentina Shirt Won’t Feel The Same': Shikhar Dhawan Pays Emotional Tribute To Lionel Messi After International Retirement",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/argentina-shirt-wont-feel-the-same-shikhar-dhawan-pays-emotional",
        "published": "2026-09-01T06:17:02.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "France 24",
        "title": "Argentina: Lionel Messi announces end of international career",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/argentina-lionel-messi-announces-end-of-international-career",
        "published": "2026-09-01T08:23:12.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}