Messi Jokes About Physical Play After Argentina's Win

During a World Cup match on Friday in Miami, Lionel Messi joked about the physical treatment he received from Cape Verde players, stating, "They kick the crap out of me." Argentina secured a 3-2 victory, advancing to the last 16. After the match, several Cape Verde players requested Messi's shirt and a selfie, which he happily obliged.

Messi noted that Argentina struggled to convert opportunities and lost control of the game after taking an early lead, emphasizing the need for improvement in their performance. He acknowledged that the team sat back and could not press effectively.

This match marked Messi's 20th career World Cup goal, contributing to Argentina's progression, where they will face Egypt, who advanced after a penalty shootout against Australia.