Argentina Fans Turn Kansas City into Messi Pilgrimage: Banderazo, All-Night Parties & Costly Tickets

Kansas City, not Miami, became the epicenter of Argentina's fan fervor as thousands of supporters turned the American heartland into a pilgrimage site for Lionel Messi. The atmosphere was electric with a massive banderazo—a fan-led march and banner display—that lit up the streets hours before kickoff. Despite soaring ticket prices, the faithful packed the stadium and surrounding areas, singing, dancing, and partying through the night. The fixture, part of a major tournament, saw Argentina's icon...