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