Lionel Messi did not have a great match against Venezuela, but Argentina took him forward with goals from Lautaro Martínez and Lo Celso, to get into the semi-final of the Copa América, where he is now in front of Brazil, which arrives without receiving goals and undefeated. Despite that, the “Pulga” first analyzed the triumph and criticized the state of the playing field. First, he referred to the sacrifice of the three forwards in defence and the pressure, which came about effect. “We know that’s critical. If we want to play all three up, we have to run. It’s an even cup, which anyone beats, it becomes hard to play,” he said, and then pointed it at the organization.
Lionel Messi acknowledged that he didn’t have a good match.
“The courts are very bad, the truth is that they are such a shame and that the America’s Cup is played. Sometimes it stings badly, you can’t play two-touch. All the courts are very bad, the ball stings for any side, but it’s what there is and it’s the same for everyone.” Beyond that, Lionel valued the victory and support he has with the entire young squad. “There’s a very good group of guys, beyond football. AnFoto: Twitter @Argentinaivel human, friendly with each other and a very nice group was put together and we tried to attach to them.” On the other hand, he referred to poor performance and was self-critical of his level. “It’s not being my best America’s Cup or what I expected. They are matches that are given that way and you can’t play much for us, we want to attack and do different things. The important thing is that it was won and we continue.”
Messi said there is no favorite between Argentina and Brazil. Photo: Twitter @Argentina
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Now, Brazil. “Respect. We know what Brazil means and more being local. They come from doing a major wear and tear, we know that it has unbalanced players and that they can win you a match, but we’re fine”.there’s a favorite? “It’s hard to say a favorite and decide in a Brazil vs Argentina, more in a Copa America that is all matched. They’re the locals, they’ve been coming longer with that project, the same technician, the same idea and it’s an even match.” It’s going to be a very tough and difficult match for the players it has but well, they’re matches that are very even and we’re going to fight to try to get through.” Lionel Scaloni. “It’s his first experience and he’s making mistakes and learning. It is already difficult to be a coach and much more of the Argentina national team. He’s very close with his technical staff and with us and we’re all on the same path.” In this note:
