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Pop Up Mob Designs and Operates Holiday Pop-Up Storefront for ASOS in New York City
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Pop Up Mob Designs and Operates Holiday Pop-Up Storefront for ASOS in New York City

2026-02-25 22:57 Last Updated At:02-26 16:12

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 25, 2026--

Pop Up Mob, a full-service experiential agency, designed and operated a holiday pop-up storefront for ASOS in New York City. The activation ran for approximately two weeks and served as both a seasonal retail location and a branded consumer experience. It is the latest installment in an ongoing series of ASOS pop-up storefronts that Pop Up Mob has produced across the United States and the United Kingdom.

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The storefront was designed around a winter wonderland concept that drew from the visual qualities of ice. The environment used plexi and metal as its primary materials to create a crystalline, faceted look throughout the space. The intent was to capture a seasonal atmosphere that felt polished and occasion-driven while remaining an easy, walkable retail environment. Visitors moved through the space along a guided shopping path that was designed to feel fluid and unhurried, allowing them to browse ASOS products in a physical setting.

Unlike activations built primarily around brand awareness, the ASOS holiday storefront was structured to function as a working retail space. The pop-up generated consistent daily foot traffic throughout its run and was designed to drive on-site conversions. Pop Up Mob managed the storefront's operations, including staffing, point-of-sale systems, inventory management, and day-to-day execution. This operational layer is part of the agency’s standard scope for retail-oriented pop-ups, where the space needs to perform commercially in addition to representing the brand.

The New York storefront was produced alongside a parallel holiday location in London, both following a scalable format developed by Pop Up Mob and ASOS through their ongoing partnership. The pop-up program is designed to be repeatable across markets, with each location adapted to its specific site while maintaining a consistent brand experience. The format has allowed ASOS to establish a recurring physical retail presence in key cities without committing to permanent locations. The program reflects a broader shift toward scalable pop-up retail as flexible infrastructure, allowing digitally native brands to test markets, build physical presence, and drive conversion without long-term retail commitments.

“Retail pop-ups require a different kind of attention than a two-day activation,” said Ana Corina Pelucarte, CEO and Co-Founder of Pop Up Mob. “When a storefront is open for two weeks, every operational detail matters. The space has to look right on day one and still run smoothly on day fourteen. That’s where our operations team spends most of its time on a project like this.”

Pop Up Mob’s scope on the ASOS project covered concept development, spatial design, 3D rendering, fabrication, location logistics, permitting, staffing, inventory, and POS management, and on-site operations for the duration of the run. The agency worked with ASOS’s brand and retail teams throughout the process, from initial concept through the final day of operations.

The ASOS holiday program adds to Pop Up Mob’s record of over 250 activations completed worldwide for more than 175 brands across 15 industries. Other recent projects include a YSL Beauty activation at The Grove in Los Angeles and activations for Olaplex and Medicube during New York Fashion Week in February 2025. Past clients include Benefit Cosmetics, Samsung, LVMH, Calvin Klein, Rare Beauty, and Huda Beauty.

About Pop Up Mob

Pop Up Mob is a full-service experiential agency founded in 2014 and headquartered in New York City. The women-owned company specializes in pop-up experiences and operates across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Middle East, with team members in New York, Los Angeles, London, and additional markets. The agency has completed more than 250 activations in over 10 countries for clients in beauty, fashion, technology, entertainment, food and beverage, and other industries. Pop Up Mob was named among Adweek’s Fastest Growing Agencies in 2020 and included on Event Marketer’s It List of Top 100 Event Agencies in 2023. Co-founder Ana Corina Pelucarte was recognized as a BizBash Top 50 Event Designer in 2019.

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ASOS holiday pop-up store in NYC designed and managed by Pop Up Mob

ASOS holiday pop-up store in NYC designed and managed by Pop Up Mob

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina played Austria on Monday in Arlington, Texas, where Messi broke the record for most World Cup goals in history. Day 12 at the World Cup will also see France play Iraq in Philadelphia, Norway versus Senegal in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and Jordan against Algeria in Santa Clara, California.

This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) scores his side's second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) scores his side's second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Norway’s Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) celebrates with Martin Oedegaard (10) after scoring their first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026.(AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway’s Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) celebrates with Martin Oedegaard (10) after scoring their first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026.(AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) scores their opening goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) scores their opening goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Norway's Erling Haaland controls the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match against Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway's Erling Haaland controls the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match against Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Norway fans perform a rowing ritual during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Norway fans perform a rowing ritual during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) is embraced by head coach Didier Deschamps as he leaves the field during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) is embraced by head coach Didier Deschamps as he leaves the field during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Adrien Rabiot (14) gets his foot on the ball ahead of Iraq's Rebin Ghareeb (2) during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

France's Adrien Rabiot (14) gets his foot on the ball ahead of Iraq's Rebin Ghareeb (2) during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Fans react after a weather delay during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Fans react after a weather delay during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy (16) reacts after Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) scored their opening goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy (16) reacts after Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (16) scored their opening goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, left, scores his side's opening goal against Senegal during the World Cup Group I soccer match in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen, left, scores his side's opening goal against Senegal during the World Cup Group I soccer match in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen celebrates scoring his side's opening goal against Senegal during the World Cup Group I soccer match in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

Norway's Marcus Holmgren Pedersen celebrates scoring his side's opening goal against Senegal during the World Cup Group I soccer match in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) runs with the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) runs with the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring their second goal as Iraq's Zaid Tahseen (4) reacts during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring their second goal as Iraq's Zaid Tahseen (4) reacts during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) scores his side's second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) scores his side's second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

France's Ousmane Dembele (7) congratulates teammate Kylian Mbappe (10) after he scored their second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Ousmane Dembele (7) congratulates teammate Kylian Mbappe (10) after he scored their second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Iraq's Ibrahim Bayesh, left, and France's Ousmane Dembele vie for the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Iraq's Ibrahim Bayesh, left, and France's Ousmane Dembele vie for the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Iraq's Hussein Ali (3) kicks the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Iraq's Hussein Ali (3) kicks the ball during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Ousmane Dembele (7) congratulates teammate Kylian Mbappe (10) after he scored their second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Ousmane Dembele (7) congratulates teammate Kylian Mbappe (10) after he scored their second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) reacts after scoring his team's second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) reacts after scoring his team's second goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Spectators react in the rain during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Spectators react in the rain during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

A photographer shelters from the rain as play is suspended during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

A photographer shelters from the rain as play is suspended during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Fans watch the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq under the rain in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Fans watch the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq under the rain in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Iraq's Hussein Ali, bottom, challenges France's Kylian Mbappe during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Iraq's Hussein Ali, bottom, challenges France's Kylian Mbappe during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

France's Manu Kone (6) reacts as he is tackled by Iraq's Zidane Iqbal (14) during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Manu Kone (6) reacts as he is tackled by Iraq's Zidane Iqbal (14) during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) scores his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) scores his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

France's Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Argentina's Lionel Messi leaves the field after the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi leaves the field after the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi falls during the World Cup Group J soccer match against Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi falls during the World Cup Group J soccer match against Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina players and fans celebrate after Lionel Messi scored their second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

Argentina players and fans celebrate after Lionel Messi scored their second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, scores his side's second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, scores his side's second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Austria's Michael Gregoritsch (11) and Argentina's Valentin Barco battle for the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Austria's Michael Gregoritsch (11) and Argentina's Valentin Barco battle for the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, and Austria's David Alaba battle for the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, and Austria's David Alaba battle for the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Austria's Konrad Laimer reacts to a referee decision during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Austria's Konrad Laimer reacts to a referee decision during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Austria's Marcel Sabitzer right, fights for the ball with Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Austria's Marcel Sabitzer right, fights for the ball with Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Colombian singer Shakira attends the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Colombian singer Shakira attends the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi views the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match against Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi views the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match against Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, is congratulated after scoring his side's 2nd goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, is congratulated after scoring his side's 2nd goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, celebrates with Leandro Paredes after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, left, celebrates with Leandro Paredes after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

A fan wearing a Mexican charro hat arrives to the stadium for the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias)

A fan wearing a Mexican charro hat arrives to the stadium for the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias)

Austria's Xaver Schlager (4), Stefan Posch (not seen) and Argentina's Lautaro Martinez fall during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Austria's Xaver Schlager (4), Stefan Posch (not seen) and Argentina's Lautaro Martinez fall during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) and Rodrigo De Paul enter the field for warm up prior to the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) and Rodrigo De Paul enter the field for warm up prior to the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lautaro Martinez takes an overhead kick next to Austria's Kevin Danso during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lautaro Martinez takes an overhead kick next to Austria's Kevin Danso during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

An Argentina fan wears a Lionel Messi big head on the stands before the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

An Argentina fan wears a Lionel Messi big head on the stands before the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, center, celebrates after scoring the opening goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

The national flags are displayed before the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

The national flags are displayed before the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) celebrates scoring his side's first goal against Austria with teammates during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) celebrates scoring his side's first goal against Austria with teammates during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

An Argentina fan wears a mask of Argentina's Lionel Messi outside the stadium before the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

An Argentina fan wears a mask of Argentina's Lionel Messi outside the stadium before the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager falls after failing to stop Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) from scoring his side's first goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager falls after failing to stop Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) from scoring his side's first goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)

Fans of Argentina cheer prior to the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Fans of Argentina cheer prior to the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager falls after failing to stop Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) from scoring his side's first goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager falls after failing to stop Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) from scoring his side's first goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, right, celebrates scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias)

Argentina's Lionel Messi, right, celebrates scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup Group J soccer match between Argentina and Austria in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Jessica Tobias)

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