Fans from around the world support Argentina at the World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Supporters wearing Argentina jerseys, including Baban Banerjee from India and Sabid Ahamed from Bangladesh, gathered at the Texas stadium for Argentina's final group game against Jordan. Ahamed, a lifelong Argentina fan, expressed excitement about finally seeing Messi play live. Banerjee, also an avid Messi supporter, shared similar feelings, having purchased a ticket to see the legendary player in what could be his last World Cup. Enthusiasts from various countries, including China and the Dominican Republic, have also traveled to show their support, highlighting the global appeal of the team and its star player. Messi was initially on the bench for the match due to Argentina's earlier qualification for the next stage.
- •Banerjee and Ahamed among fans supporting Argentina in Texas
- •Ahamed paid $900 for his ticket to see Messi live
- •Banerjee spent $700, considering it a last chance to see Messi
- •Fans from Bangladesh, India, China, and the Dominican Republic unite
- •Messi started on the bench; match against Jordan is ongoing
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — They support Argentina at the World Cup, but are not Argentine
"They wear shirts with Lionel Messi's name on the back and support Argentina at the World Cup -- and none of them are Argentine.- Diehard - Also wearing an Argentina shirt with "Messi" on the back is Baban Banerjee from India.
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