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Oliseh Blames Messi's Age for 'Superhuman' Performance in Argentina's World Cup Opener'

Oliseh Blames Messi's Age for 'Superhuman' Performance in Argentina's World Cup Opener'

Former Super Eagles manager Sunday Oliseh hailed Lionel Messi's display in Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup opener as 'superhuman', describing him as a footballing AI.

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Former Super Eagles manager Sunday Oliseh described Lionel Messi's display in Argentina's World Cup opener as 'superhuman,' hailing his 2026 FIFA World Cup hat-trick performance as a remarkable feat that made him seem like a 'footballing AI.' Messi, 38, led Argentina to a dominant victory over Saudi Arabia with three goals. Oliseh was left impressed by the veteran forward's exceptional skill and speed on the field.

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