Over 20,000 Fans Attend Argentina's Open Training Session in Spain
November 13, 2025204 VuesTemps de lecture: 1 minutes
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On Thursday evening, the "Martinez Valero" stadium in Elche, southeastern Spain, attracted an impressive crowd of over 20,000 fans who gathered to watch an open training session of the Argentine national team, led by captain Lionel Messi.
The team, known for its tango style, has been in a training camp in Algorfa, Alicante, since the beginning of the week, in preparation for a friendly match scheduled for Friday in Luanda, Angola.
The atmosphere in the stadium, home to the Elche football club in La Liga, was festive, celebrating the World Cup champions. One stand featured a large banner reading: "Welcome World Champions," while electronic screens displayed motivational messages and images of Messi and Maradona holding the World Cup trophy.
As Messi entered the field, the crowd erupted in cheers, welcoming him with chants and the popular song "Muchachos," while the Argentine national anthem echoed throughout the stands, illustrating the immense popularity of the Argentine star and the affection fans hold for the 2022 World Cup-winning team.
The team, known for its tango style, has been in a training camp in Algorfa, Alicante, since the beginning of the week, in preparation for a friendly match scheduled for Friday in Luanda, Angola.
The atmosphere in the stadium, home to the Elche football club in La Liga, was festive, celebrating the World Cup champions. One stand featured a large banner reading: "Welcome World Champions," while electronic screens displayed motivational messages and images of Messi and Maradona holding the World Cup trophy.
As Messi entered the field, the crowd erupted in cheers, welcoming him with chants and the popular song "Muchachos," while the Argentine national anthem echoed throughout the stands, illustrating the immense popularity of the Argentine star and the affection fans hold for the 2022 World Cup-winning team.
