‘Messi is a joke!’ : Rooney’s 14-year-old tweet resurfaces after Argentine's heroics
A 2012 tweet from Wayne Rooney praising Lionel Messi has resurfaced following Messi's record-breaking performance in the 2026 World Cup. Messi surpassed Miroslav Klose's record to become the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history.
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The story highlights the enduring legacy of sports icons and the role of social media in documenting historical athletic achievements.
‘Messi is a joke!’ : Wayne Rooney’s 14-year-old tweet resurfaces after Argentine icon’s record-breaking World Cup heroics | Football News - The Times of India
The content is a straightforward sports news report regarding historical records and social media trends.
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