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Lionel Messi — The Heir of Maradona

When Argentina stepped onto the fields of South Africa in 2010, the world watched a story of destiny unfold — Diego Maradona on the sidelines, and Lionel Messi wearing the sacred number 10 on his back.

Designed by Adidas, the 2010 home kit stayed true to Argentina’s classic sky-blue stripes, but with a sleek, modern cut symbolizing the bridge between eras. The textured details and silver accents reflected light under the African sun — a quiet reminder that a new chapter of brilliance was taking shape.

Though the journey ended in heartbreak against Germany, this shirt became a symbol of transition — from one legend to another, from Maradona’s fire to Messi’s artistry. Every pass, every dribble, every flick of his left foot in this kit felt like watching destiny rehearse its masterpiece.

Curated and preserved by Retrograde Kits — for those who remember the summer when Messi began carrying Argentina’s eternal number 10.