The captain, according to the midfielder, is the driving force behind Argentina’s World Cup victory.
- Alexis MacAllister recognizes Messi’s influence both on and off the field.
- Mac Allister was a standout in the World Cup final versus France.
- De Paul and Fernandez celebrate their win in Qatar 2022.
Lionel Messi best player in History
Argentina player Alexis Mac Allister lauded Lionel Messi’s impact as the deciding element in his nation’s FIFA World Cup™ success, dubbing his side’s captain as “the finest of all-time. Messi became the first player in history to win two Golden Ball titles as he led Argentina to victory in Qatar 2022. The Paris Saint-Germain striker scored seven goals and gave three assists as Argentina won their third World Cup.
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Messi scored twice in Argentina’s thrilling 3-3 tie with France in the Final, and he also scored in the shootout, which Argentina won 4-2. Mac Allister was one of the final’s stars players, providing the assist from which Angel Di Maria scored Argentina’s second goal in a fluid team move. The 23-year-old midfielder’s tireless energy and fierce attitude characterized Argentina’s approach, but when asked to name the fundamental reason why La Albiceleste became world champions.
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Mac Allister said:
“It’s always Messi. I believe he’s the finest player in the world, the best player of all time. He is great, a genuinely lovely man, and modest. He has all it takes to be the greatest player in history. It’s an honor to share a dressing room with him, and I’m glad for the opportunity.
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Martinez is “outstanding”
Emiliano Martinez, the tournament’s finest goalkeeper, was also singled out for particular attention by Mac Allister. Martinez made a crucial intervention in the final, heroically saving from France forward Randal Kolo Muani to send the game to penalties. He subsequently saved Kingsley Coman’s penalty attempt, allowing Argentina to win in a shootout. Emi performed very well; he is an outstanding keeper,” Mac Allister continued. He was quite helpful to us throughout this event. I’m really happy for him, as well as for this nation and this squad.
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Born to be sad
Meanwhile, Mac Allister’s midfield partner Rodrigo de Paul stated that the dramatic Final had a mental and physical toll on him and his teammates. We were born to suffer, and we will continue to suffer for the rest of our lives,” he remarked. I believe we came out on top fairly. To be champions, you had to defeat the previous champion, which we accomplished.
This is an inexplicable thrill. Enzo Fernandez, who received the FIFA Young Player award after a succession of outstanding performances, said his Qatar experience is one he would remember for the rest of his life. Being here and having the chance to win a World Cup with my nation is priceless,” the 21-year-old midfielder added. “My whole family is here; I’ll have it in my heart forever.
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