Journalist Edu Aguirre has criticized Lionel Messi following his row with James Rodriguez during Argentina’s draw with Colombia. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner was involved in a heated discussion with Rodriguez on the pitch in reference to comments that were made about La Albiceleste’s Copa America 2024 victory.
Rodriguez had claimed that the reigning world champions emerged victorious at the latest edition of the Copa America thanks to favorable calls from the referees. While La Pulga did not approve of the comments, Aguirre did, saying (via El Chiringuito TV):
Lionel Messi’s Argentina drew 1-1 against Colombia in a replay of the last Copa America final during their recent World Cup qualifier on Wednesday. The reigning World Champions have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup in North America with two games left to be played in the qualifiers.
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni believes the World Champions have learned to play well even in the absence of Lionel Messi. The Argentine legend’s involvement in the national team has reduced as he has aged.
Speaking to the press before his side’s 1-1 draw with Colombia, the World Cup winning manager said (via FotMob):
Lionel Messi has featured sparingly in the last three Argentina line-ups: missing the game against Brazil, coming on after half-time against Chile, and playing 78 minutes in the draw with Colombia. La Albiceleste have won four and drawn one of their last five games.
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