The Argentina captain closely followed the team's stunning victory over Brazil in the World Cup qualifiers.
Lionel Messi did not play for Argentina's national team, but he did react to his teammates' historic victory in their match against Brazil, but not before seeing Raphinha send a message that was forgotten with a resounding 4-1 victory.
The Argentine number "10" missed the CONMEBOL qualifying matches with the world champion team, but uploaded a story where it was clear that he does not lose track of the team.
From what looks like the comfort of his home, Messi posted a story on Instagram where you can see the score of the match, in addition to accompanying it with emojis of applause.
Argentina has already qualified for the 2026 World Cup.The world champion team became the fourth qualifier to the World Cup to be organized by the United States, Mexico and Canada, after a 0-0 draw between Bolivia and Uruguay.
Abuela
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This is what happens when you teach your guys how to fish instead of giving them fish all the time 'cause they will save you a lot of stress, I wish the self acclaimed GOAT CR7 knows this...
itz_me_ojei
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Rodrigo De Paul : " Rodrigo said to Messi, “You are not the best player in the world, and Real Madrid is better than Barcelona.” Messi replied, “Did I tell you that I am the best player in the world?” How do you talk about Barcelona? You play in a big club. It is unfortunate that you talk like this. It is a shame. They met again in the tunnel and Messi told him: " Football is about respecting the opponent and not belittling him. Before you can be the best player, you must have a football personality. You are a Real Madrid player you must have mentality that matches that team. When Messi left, I said to Rodrigo, “This is the son of Barcelona, and he defeated you in your home and in front of your fans and took copa america from your eyes , and he beat Real Madrid, and he did everything and did not speak. When you win his titles, come and talk to him.”
itz_me_ojei
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Former Brazilian player & coach Paulo Silas speaks on Raphinha's comments about Argentina: 🗣️"It was disrespectful of that kid. He should have seen Leo Messi here when he won the Copa America 2021 final vs Brazil and he didn't let his teammates sing against Brazil because of the friendship he has with Neymar and the respect for Brazil.” 🇧🇷😍 🗣️"Raphinha was very bad. Brazil should not do it if they were above Argentina and now that they are not either. Football does not look the way he said it. I don't know what message he wanted to pass, but you don't win before you play a game." 👍 (Via: radiolared) Lionel Messi is so great and humble that even the former player of rival team gives examples of his acts. You must love and respect to Messi, if you really love football. Messi is the example for everyone. 🇦🇷❤️👏
Habibuidriss15050
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
Nam_So
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De Paul: What did you say earlier? Raphinha: It wasn’t me! 🤐
itz_me_ojei
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Otamendi must have heard what Raphinha said before the match 😅
Gwinghltd
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from the day Germany broke Brazil's virginity, their lives have never been the same.
puubciotz
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
Ronaldo is the main man Werey 😂
kennyhussein
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
you people are saying this now... if Argentina won the world cup next year now you will say they gave it to Messi 😂 😂 useless people
Jiwimnoty
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
this is what Messi and scaloni want, Messi is playing for the team and helping them grow game by game...he is not even taking penalties handing the over to Lautaro, it shows he's there for the team...but it is his team mates who fight for him because he is the leader and they knew and know all what this team achieved was because of the little Master the Magician...it's his time to enjoy football in his national colours....Argentina
Ronlm10
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
Thanos was right for shitbricks like you
AbSixers
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neither messi nor Ronaldo are main men anymore, they are just talented and experienced players helping their teams where necessary
dey play, let real competition start and you'll see how Messi will unleash the beast in him
Maubcptuyz
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
They could win the World Cup for him again,good team work Vamos Argentina 🇦🇷
Mirgod
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
lmao Messi didn't play and you are still in tears
cubabeiryz
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
Hater shut yo mouth
Aaronpauljr
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Raphinha should issue an Apology!
itz_me_ojei
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Rodrigo De Paul : " Rodrigo said to Messi, “You are not the best player in the world, and Real Madrid is better than Barcelona.” Messi replied, “Did I tell you that I am the best player in the world?” How do you talk about Barcelona? You play in a big club. It is unfortunate that you talk like this. It is a shame. They met again in the tunnel and Messi told him: " Football is about respecting the opponent and not belittling him. Before you can be the best player, you must have a football personality. You are a Real Madrid player you must have mentality that matches that team. When Messi left, I said to Rodrigo, “This is the son of Barcelona, and he defeated you in your home and in front of your fans and took copa america from your eyes , and he beat Real Madrid, and he did everything and did not speak. When you win his titles, come and talk to him.”
Zamolinbo
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Mean while a certain guy
Alesh99
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
Does he need to be the main man again? there is something called transition, he is aging and can't be the main man forever and that's understandable, if you don't know when you have to start leaving the scene little by little then you are calling for disgrace, moreover this team already gave him all he wants, there is nothing to win again, anything he wins with the team now is just like icing on the cake but I guess you follow someone that wants to take the centre stage all the time, so you can't relate.
duabnsty
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Messi was not the main man in argentina team right now u either believed it or not thats the truth
Messi is a leader who instilled self confidence to this players and make them believe that they are the best and it working out perfectly.. something Ronaldo lacks, all he thinks of is 1000 goals