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'This is Not About Messi': Emotional Zlatan Ibrahimovic Hails Cabo Verde Despite Loss

Ibrahimovic grew emotional after Argentina’s 3-2 extra-time win, saying Cabo Verde deserved applause for nearly rocking “a big giant.” He called them “heroes,” “idols” and “stars” who never lost in 90 minutes. Ibrahimovic said the island will welcome them home “on a red carpet,” adding, “This is not about Argentina or Messi.”

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