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Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed that team captain Lionel Messi preferred the advantage of the group and gave his teammates the opportunity to participate instead of improving his personal records. After the victory over Jordan at the end of the tenth group matches of the 2026 World Cup.
According to ESPN“After winning three matches, the assessment is very positive, especially because we made all the players participate. They all deserve to enjoy the World Cup and I think they managed to deliver what was required.”
“Jordan is a good team. It closes its back lines tightly and leaves no gaps. Our players played a good match and showed me that everyone is ready to play and participate if needed. Apart from Romero, who we hope to return, the rest of the squad is fully available.”
He continued. “We have to keep giving our best because this shirt always demands us to do better and try to win. The players have the spirit of competition, and that’s how things will develop.”
The coach referred to Lionel Messi’s gesture, saying: “It’s almost embarrassing to talk about this issue because I don’t know what to say anymore and there are no words to justify it. He could have played the full ninety minutes and strengthened his individual legend, but he preferred that his teammates have more thoughtful participation minutes in the next round. “Leo and I agreed that his second-half substitution was the best option today, and this proves what he represents to the group.”
Scaloni emphasized his great confidence in the team’s forwards, saying: “We have no doubts about Lautaro Martinez, Julián Alvarez or Lo Celso. The goals are of course very welcome, but they are doing a great job. Lautaro does an exceptional job and is always committed to it.”
“He’s a great guy and he missed the 2022 World Cup in Qatar in a very tough and painful way. We’ve been waiting to give him this opportunity and we’re very happy for him and what he’s done in the game. He is a very important player for the group and I can give him a chance to play and score a great goal. for him.”
Regarding the inclusion of the offensive pair together, Scalloni commented: “Julian was not in the starting line-up, but came on as a substitute in the previous two matches. The team had the luxury of playing the pair together today and I think they did well, as they did against Paraguay at the Monumental Stadium. Otherwise, we must always keep our balance. how, and the main idea is that this balance in the team should never be disturbed.”
