Sadness prevailed among Argentine fans after the national team's loss to Spain 1-0 in the World Cup final, amid growing questions about whether this match represents the last international appearance for Lionel Messi in the tournament.

A CNN report from Buenos Aires said that many fans left the fan gathering areas after the match ended, while others stayed to watch the coronation ceremony and bid farewell to the player whom many consider the greatest in football history.

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