Canelo vs. Messi is over for good, Mexican boxer openly accepts defeat

A few days ago Saul Canelo Alvarez exploded against Lionel Messi for a misunderstanding that generated the anger of the multiple Mexican champion, but this time he reacted differently and approved the quality of the South American star for the play he made in the 3-0 win over Croatia that gave the Albiceleste the ticket to the final of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Why is Canelo now a Messi fan?

The PSG player made a brilliant play against the Croatians, taking out Josko Gvardiol in a move that started on the right flank ahead of the midfield and ended almost in the six-yard box, giving the pass for Julian Alvarez's goal. An Argentine journalist filmed it from the heights, uploaded it to the social network Twitter and tagged Canelo, who responded to the publication.

Three emojis of fire and a hand of approval was the response of the undisputed super middleweight champion, who thus highlighted what Messi did, who on Sunday will seek the Qatar 2022 title when the Albiceleste faces France at the Lusail Stadium.

Canelo blasted Messi after Argentina's win over Mexico

Two weeks ago, when Argentina defeated Mexico, the pamperos were celebrating in the dressing room and Messi accidentally "kicked" a Tricolor jersey that was on the floor, a situation that annoyed the boxer, who asked not to meet Messi and who he claimed was disrespectful to Mexico.

Boxers, soccer players, Argentineans and journalists supported Messi and assured that having the jerseys on the ground after a match is normal and that at no time had Messi wanted to kick the shirt. Canelo said he would never apologize, but days later he acknowledged that he was carried away by passion and love for Mexico, and apologized to Argentina's 10th player.

Argentina and Messi will play the Qatar 2022 final this Sunday against France, which has Kylian Mbappé, in a duel without a clear favorite.