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Lionel Messi Hattrick to the Bolivian Goal, Argentina Coach Gives Sky-High Praise: Okezone Bola

BUENOS AIRESArgentina National Team 3-0 win over Bolivia in the South American Zone 2022 World Cup Qualification match at the Monumental Stadium, Friday 10 September 2021, morning WIB. Lionel Messi bought three goals Argentina against Bolivia.

Messi’s action in the match also received praise from the coach, Lionel Scaloni. Scaloni is proud to have a great player like Messi.

As is known, Argentina took the lead quickly in the 14th minute through Messi. Then, the 34-year-old player added to his team’s advantage in the second half, precisely in the 64th minute. Before the second half whistle sounded, Messi added to his goal coffers in the 88th minute.

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Finally, the match was won by Argentina with a landslide score of 3-0. Messi became the actor of his team’s victory through three goals that nestled in the Bolivian goal.

After the match was over, Scaloni was very happy with the result. Messi’s impressive performance against Bolivia added to Scaloni’s satisfaction.

According to him, La Pulga always has a big impact for Argentina in every game. His presence on the pitch always makes the difference.

Scaloni also said that Argentina is very lucky to have a big talent like Messi. He called the former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) player a legacy for Argentine football.

Lionel Messi (Photo: Reuters)

“For me, Messi always makes the difference. I have no doubts. Wins magnify everything, but he is already an idol,” said Scaloni, quoted from the official website of the Argentine Football Federation (AFA), Saturday (11/9/2021).

“Messi left a legacy for all the players of the national team (Argentina). I am proud to have Messi as a player,” he said.

In addition to helping Argentina win, Messi also broke the record of the Brazilian legend, Pele, in the match. Now, Messi is the top international scorer in South America with a collection of 79 goals. Messi is two goals ahead of Pele who previously held the record.

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