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00:02Facundo Medina is one of the most inspiring stories at the 2026 World Cup.
00:07The 27-year-old Argentine defender grew up collecting cardboard
00:10in the same poor Buenos Aires neighborhood as Diego Maradona.
00:14He became an unexpected starter for the defending world champions
00:17after a late injury to Nicolás Tagliafico.
00:20Medina has started three matches and provided the assist
00:23for Lionel Messi's record-breaking goal against Austria.
00:27Medina plays for Marseille in League One.
00:29He joined the French club from Lenz for 22 million euros.
00:33He is known for his defensive intensity, versatility, and precise passing.
00:37His journey from the streets of Villa Fiorito to the World Cup
00:40is a true testament to perseverance.
00:43He has become a key player for Lionel Scaloni's Argentina.
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