Alakshendra Singh, Pune
Lionel Messi was on the sidelines for Argentina’s clash with Bolivia, but not before signing paperwork with FIFA. He signed an agreement that made him assistant coach of the team.
The World Cup champion was reportedly unable to make the starting lineup or even the bench because of an injury he acquired in the team’s previous game against Ecuador. However, the player was permitted to watch from the sidelines as Argentina defeated Bolivia 3-0, with goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Tagliafico, and Nicolas Gonzalez.
After two victories in two games, the Albiceleste are tied with Brazil at the summit of CONMEBOL qualifying. Messi’s absence has been ascribed by Argentina to exhaustion.
“I was a little tired, so it happened that I went out, and surely it won’t be the last time I go out during matches,” Messi remarked after leaving the pitch against Ecuador.
The manager of Inter Miami, Gerardo “Tata” Martino, expressed the hope that Messi would be totally healthy in time to play for Inter Miami against Atlanta United on Saturday. After Messi’s arrival, Inter Miami has been on fire and is currently six points back of the final playoff spot. To keep competing for D.C. United’s current ninth-place status, the David Beckham-owned team needs a win.
In contrast to European leagues, MLS is ongoing even when there are international breaks. Thus, Inter Miami defeated Sporting Kansas City 3-2 on Saturday despite Messi’s absence. For his squad, Leonardo Campana scored two goals.
Campana said following the Sporting KC victory, “Like I mentioned, Leo’s absence was going to be noticed. “But he has instilled the players with such confidence. We now have faith and are aware of our potential. incredibly pleased with the outcome and the three points.
Messi ended his European career when he transferred from PSG to Inter Miami earlier this year. It happened a few months after the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner won the Qatar World Cup, where football’s pinnacle of success.
Since then, Messi has made suggestions that he might not participate when Argentina defends their championship in the US, Canada, and Mexico. In the preliminary round, Messi has declared himself available for the national team.