Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi is lifted by teammates as they celebrate after winning the 2026 World Cup round of 16 football match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on July 7, 2026. Photo by Odd ANDERSEN / AFP.
By Prisca Sam-Duru
For a good number of football lovers across the globe, football is simply about competition, just like every other game. For owners of the clubs or countries whose teams are playing in tournaments, be it local or international, and of course, the players themselves, it is about victory.
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And for the spectators, many simply enjoy the game while those betting for their teams would want nothing less than victory so as to make money.
