Why it's hard for the World Cup's aging stars to hang up their cleats

Why it's hard for the World Cup's aging stars to hang up their cleats

How old is too old to play in a World Cup? Age has been a point of discussion in this Cup, with legends like Cristiano Ronaldo playing at age 41, and Lionel Messi at 39.

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