On Wednesday, the current world champions captured a precious 1-0 win over their biggest continental opponent Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The goal was scored by Nicolás Otamendi.
The Wednesday game was Brazil’s first home defeat ever in a World Cup qualifier.
In addition, the game was Brazil’s third consecutive loss in the round-robin tournament.
Messi wasn't among the starting XI, but he left the pitch in 78:00, receiving huge applause from the fans.
Argentina are leading the South American qualifying standings. They also celebrated with the fans at the historic stadium in Rio de Janeiro.
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الارجنتين تغني في ماراكانا أرض البرازيل
" للبرازيل التي ماتت اليوم .. نريد دقيقة صمت 🤫 "🎵
قفلوا ملف البرازيل 😁🇦🇷
— Abokr Omar (@Abokr10) November 22, 2023
The last time both teams collided in this arena was two years ago where Ángel di Maria scored the only goal to give his team the Copa America title.
Before the game, huge clashes erupted between the Brazilian and Argentinian fans, leading some players to be involved in a mini brawl, before Messi asked the players to leave the field and back to the locker room until the Argentinian fans received a more respectful treat on their point of view.
🚨 Lionel Messi waving no as he and Argentina leave the pitch.pic.twitter.com/aKxvgDRV7Q
— Roy Nemer (@RoyNemer) November 22, 2023
🚨 Lionel Messi and the Argentina team walking towards the Argentina fans that are getting hit by security.pic.twitter.com/l6V7BAneyM
— Roy Nemer (@RoyNemer) November 22, 2023
🚨 The dialogue between Lionel Messi and Rodrygo before the Argentina Brazil match.
Rodrygo to Lionel Messi: "You cowards."
Lionel Messi: "We are the world champions, why are we cowards? Watch at your mouth." Via @TyCSports. 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/UhFE7Ek4mb
— Roy Nemer (@RoyNemer) November 22, 2023
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