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Messi Eases Argentina's Concerns Ahead of World Cup
Lionel Messi eased worries about his physical condition by coming off the bench and scoring in Argentina's friendly match against Iceland. The experienced star said he feels good and that the team is ready ahead of the World Cup.
Before the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi sent a reassuring message to Argentina's fans. After experiencing physical difficulties prior to the tournament, the star player said he feels well and showed his impact on the field in the final warm-up match.
In Argentina's last friendly against Iceland, Messi came on in the second half. Entering the game in the 69th minute, Messi scored from the penalty spot just three minutes later, securing his team's second goal.
A New Record in the Argentina Jersey
This goal marked another historic achievement for Messi with the Argentina national team. At 38 years and 11 months old, the experienced player became the oldest footballer to score for Argentina.
The previous record was held by Ángel Labruna, who scored at 38 years and 9 months in 1957. Messi thus surpassed a long-standing milestone in the national team's history.
"I Feel Good" Message
After the match, Messi explained that after the discomfort he experienced since joining the camp, he was able to play comfortably again. The star said he wants to feel free on the field and described his condition as "very good."
He also emphasized that his biggest wish during this period was to leave behind worries about pain and discomfort. Despite his short time on the pitch, he said he enjoyed the match and savored every moment.
"This Team Has a Winning Habit"
Reminding that Argentina has a week of preparation ahead, Messi expressed confidence in his teammates. He said the current generation plays every tournament with the same determination and never lets the fans down.
The experienced player openly stated that Argentina's goal is to defend their world championship. Messi stressed that the team will fight until the end and that opponents will find it difficult to face Argentina.
Preparing for the World Cup for the Sixth Time
In his statement, Messi also shared the message, "Let's go, more united than ever." This declaration stood out as a morale boost for Argentina ahead of the tournament.
The star will be appearing in the World Cup for the sixth time. Having first experienced the tournament excitement in 2006, Messi's greatest success came with Argentina's 2022 Qatar World Cup victory.
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