Argentina beat Australia by 2-1 in a round 16 match. Argentina have been strong favourites in every game so far and a feature of these matches has been Messi’s attempts to find space when the opposition is set on stifling him.Aziz Behich may regret his decision to confront Messi. Behich went on a mazy run that almost brought the equaliser only for Lisandro Martinez to block his shot at the last.
Argentina beat Australia 2-1 | FIFA World Cup 2022
This was Messi’s best game of the tournament. He had the most shots and created the most chances. It needed his magic to unlock Australia and once the game opened up he was really able to enjoy himself. The hope for Argentina is that it is a sign of what is to come. Messi described Argentina‘s relationship with their fans as “something beautiful” when receiving his player of the match award afterwards.
“These are amazing feelings. I’m really happy to share this beautiful moment, these happy moments with them all.
“The effort they are making to be here with us in every single match. I know how much they enjoy it back in Argentina.
“The whole of Argentina would like to be here, but it’s not possible. I think there’s this bond that we have, this union, which is something beautiful.
“It’s unbelievable what they transmit, the passion, their energy, their joy and we’re very thankful. It’s unbelievable.”
