Lionel Messi has not only won, but also set a record. Messi now holds the record for most appearances for Argentina in the World Cup. He surpassed the late Diego Maradona's record of 21 matches against Poland last night. In his 22nd match at the World Cup, Messi said he would have been happy if Maradona was alive.
Argentina beat Poland 2-0 yesterday to book their ticket to the second round of the World Cup in Qatar. Messi learned about Maradona's record a few days ago. Remembering the legend of four World Cup games, Messi said, "I knew it a few days ago. It is a pleasure to break all such records. I think Diego would have been very happy. He loved me a lot. He would have been happy if everything went well for me.
After losing the first match to Saudi Arabia, there were fears that Argentina would be able to advance to the second round. Messi thinks Argentina turned around at the right time, "Everything went our way since the first goal. Then we brought back the game, which we have been trying to play since the beginning of the World Cup. Couldn't do it for many reasons. But by doing that today (tomorrow) the confidence of the future has been taken away.
Argentina's opponent in the second round is Australia. Argentina will face Australia on Saturday. Looking ahead to this match, Messi said, 'We know that everything will be difficult from now on. Whatever the opponent, it won't be easy. We have seen in our own experience in recent times, anyone who plays well can win. But Messi urged the fans to have faith. He made the exact same request after the loss to Saudi. Messi-Mc Alistair took Argentina to the second round by repaying the trust of the fans.
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