World Cup: Messi back in action as Argentina take on Austria in Dallas
Hat-trick hero Lionel Messi back in action for Argentina as they look to take a huge step towards the knockout stages.
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Messi trains alone as Argentina hold first World Cup practice
Messi works on ‘specific exercises’ as he recovers from muscle fatigue in his left hamstring before the World Cup.
