For the first time in a decade, South America's big battle between Argentina and Brazil ended early (Wednesday) with a 0-0 draw that allowed Albiceleste to secure a ticket to the World Cup in Qatar next year, leaving both teams undefeated in the qualifiers.
Leo Messi, who returned to the squad of the South American champion who received tremendous support from the crowd in San Juan, may not have been able to stand out during the 90 minutes, but that really did not stop Flea from attending the big celebrations with his friends, who happily heard about Ecuador's victory over Chile , Finally promised the ticket).
Leo Messi in Argentina's game against Brazil, Photo: AP
"I feel good, otherwise I would not have played tonight," Flea explained at the end. .
"True, it was not easy to get into the pace of the game because I lacked the intensity," Messi continued, "but physically I'm fine. As you know, I suffered an injury for a while and it's not easy to get back into the game with such a high pace. Now I hope to finish the season In the best way possible. "
Messi chases the referee,
Coach Lionel Scaloni concluded with a smile on his face: "We had an amazing year, it's a dream because we did not lose the whole campaign and also won the Copa America."