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Lionel Messi at thirty-nine years old is simply not human. Through the group stage of his sixth World Cup, he leads all scoring with five goals in just two games, and Argentina is rolling into the knockout round looking to defend their title. The man is a walking history book, still writing chapters.
Speaking of the World Cup, the United States men's national team has a target on their back before they even lace up for the round of thirty-two. Bosnia and Herzegovina defender Stjepan Radeljić, fresh off a three-one win over Qatar, made it clear he wants to be the one to send the co-hosts home early. Quote, it will be awesome for us. The trash talk is already running hot, and the Americans will have to answer on the field.
Meanwhile in the NBA, the LaMelo Ball era in Charlotte is officially done. The Hornets have shipped the former Rookie of the Year and one-time All-Star to Minnesota in exchange for Naz Reid and a future-heavy draft package. Charlotte is clearly rebuilding around picks, while the Timberwolves are betting Ball can unlock another level alongside their core. Big swing for both sides.
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