After the unexpected 0-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in the opening match of the 2022 World Cup, Lionel Messi and his teammates faced a wave of skepticism from Argentina fans. However, superstar Messi spoke up to reassure and affirm his belief in the team.
“I hope the fans trust us, we will not disappoint them,” Messi said after the match. This is a message to Argentina fans, who still expect their team to be crowned World Cup champion for the third time after winning the championships in 1978 and 1986.
And indeed, Messi and his teammates did not disappoint the fans’ trust. After a shocking loss in the opening match, Argentina regained form and progressed slowly in the tournament. With Messi’s leadership, along with the contributions of other players such as Ángel Di María, Lautaro Martínez or Emiliano Martínez, Argentina won consecutively to advance to the finals.
In the decisive match, Argentina had to face defending champion France. This final match was extremely dramatic when the two teams drew 3-3 after 120 minutes. The Argentinian players had to nervously enter the penalty shootout. However, Messi and his teammates showed concentration and bravery and won the final.
The 2022 World Cup championship has brought boundless joy to Argentina fans. This is the first time in 36 years that Argentina has won the championship again. Messi, along with his unmistakable contributions throughout his career, has fulfilled his dream of winning the World Cup. This 35-year-old superstar has affirmed his legendary status in world football.
This victory not only wrote a glorious page in the history of Argentine football, but also left unforgettable memories in the hearts of fans around the world. Messi has officially become a living legend of soccer, worthy of everything he has strived for throughout his glorious career.