New Delhi: After Argentina clinched a 2-0 victory against Canada, skipper Lionel Messi dropped a big retirement hint, saying that he is enjoying last “few battles” in Albiceleste jersey.
In his post-match interview, Messi reflected on cherishing every moment in the Albiceleste jersey, recognizing that his playing days won’t last forever. “I am aware that these are the last few battles, that is why I am enjoying it very much. Let’s enjoy everything that we are living and enjoying as a national team. It is not easy to get to another final. We have to take advantage because it’s not something easy These are some of my last battles and I have to enjoy,” Messi was quoted by Mirror.
“It’s crazy what this group has been doing, what the Argentine National Team has been doing, because a lot of importance is being given to the finals that I and all of the old team played in. It’s amazing that we’re in a new final. It wasn’t an easy cup: very tough teams, very bad pitches, the heat makes it very hard. It’s worth enjoying being in a new final,” he added.
Messi’s career with Argentina is decorated with multiple notable achievements. He led his nation to glory as the 2022 FIFA World Cup champion, the 2021 Copa America winner, and the 2022 UEFA Cup of Champions winner with a 3-0 win over Mexico. His legacy also includes an Olympic gold medal from the 2008 Beijing Games.