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Argentina Team Welcomed by Fans Despite Rain and Cold

Argentina's national football team was welcomed by thousands of fans in Buenos Aires despite cold, rainy weather, with Lionel Messi absent from the homecoming.

Thousands of Argentine fans braved the cold and rain to greet the national team at Ezeiza Airport and AFA headquarters after the World Cup. The subcampeones were met with overwhelming affection despite not winning the tournament. zeppelin.cool

Lionel Messi, who remained in the United States, was notably absent from the homecoming but may travel to his hometown of Rosario in his private plane. The team's return generated massive public enthusiasm despite the inclement weather.