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First Touch Dispatch | Messi Retires, Bayern Begin Again & Champions League Draw

Messi calls time on his Argentina career, Bayern Munich begin another title defense, and London City Lionesses enter the WSL with a squad built to challenge the established order. Plus, a closer look at the Champions League’s new league phase and the stories to watch as the transfer window closes.

0:00 Intro

0:35 Copa Libertadores Update

2:15 Bundesliga Kicks Off

3:40 WSL Kickoff Approaches

5:35 Messi Retires From International Soccer

8:22 A Closer Look: The Champions League Draw

12:36 One for the Road: Transfer Deadline Day

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