Argentina He has kept the lead for one more date. Lionel Messi He has already overcome the injury he suffered in the Copa América final against Colombia, now he played in both matches of this national team break, in the draw against Venezuela and also in the 6 to 0 victory against Boliviain what meant the first game of the ’10’ played in Argentina this year, since the last time Messi was able to have minutes in an Argentine stadium was against Uruguay in November 2023.
The American champions began with the advantage from the 19th minute, when Messi scored the first goal at the Monumental Stadium, later Lautaro Martínez y Julian Alvarez They took advantage of the assists from the current Inter Miami player to extend the lead before the break. Already in the second half, Almada joined the list of scorers and in the final minutes Messi scored two more goals, both with his right and left legs.
Messi has taken his tenth international hat-trick and has also placed himself in second place for top scorers in history with his national teams by surpassing Ali Daei of Iran and get within 21 points of the 133 of Cristiano Ronaldo. In addition, another historical fact is being followed, which is being the first footballer to score three goals and give two assists in the South American qualifiers and he has done so at the age of 37.
“I am more excited than ever to be here and feel the love of the people. I have to finish the year and have a good preseason for the next one. I want to go step by step and enjoy every day,” declared the former Barcelona player after the game. About his companions he also commented: “I am happy with my colleagues. Despite my age, when I’m here I look like a kid because of the stupid things I do. I feel very comfortable with this team. “As long as I feel good, I see that I can help the team and perform the way I want, I will continue to enjoy it.”
In the post game, Stairs He also dedicated a few words to Messi, “Leo has probably had better games than this one, but it never ceases to surprise… That he plays as much as he can, that’s the only thing I ask of him because It is a pleasure to see him and have him on a soccer field.“said the coach. Argentina takes the lead this FIFA date with 7 victories in the 10 games it has played in the qualifiers.
