Messi gifts match-worn shirt to Baggio after World Cup quarter-final
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 11:35 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Lionel Messi presented a match-worn shirt to Roberto Baggio following Argentina's 3-1 victory over Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final on July 12. The match, held in Kansas City, allowed Argentina to advance to the semi-finals for the third time in four tournaments. Baggio, an iconic figure in Italian soccer, was present at the game and shared a photo of the two legends after the match, expressing his appreciation for the gift. This gesture highlights the mutual respect shared among soccer greats.
- •Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final.
- •Messi and Baggio were photographed together post-match.
- •Baggio expressed gratitude for the match-worn shirt gift.
- •Argentina reaches the World Cup semi-finals for the third time in four tournaments.
- •The match took place in Kansas City.
- 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Legendary no.10s: Messi gifts Baggio Argentina shirt after World Cup quarter-final
"Greatness recognises greatness: Lionel Messi was photographed alongside Italy legend Roberto Baggio and gave him a match-worn shirt shortly after Argentina’s 2026 World Cup quarter-final victory ove...
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