Argentina captain Lionel Messi celebrated the victory over Brazil, but criticized the situation involving Argentine fans at Maracanã
Lionel Messi opened up about the stance of the Argentina national team in the face of fans fighting in the Maracanã stands before the ball rolled for the classic against Brazil. Captain, number 10 removed his players from the field until the confusion was controlled.
In an interview after the game this Tuesday, 21st, the star celebrated the 1-0 victory over the Brazilian team, but criticized the “repression against Argentines in Brazil”.
“This team continues to make history. Great victory at Maracanã, although it was marked by repression against the Argentines once again in Brazil. This cannot be tolerated, it is madness and it must end now”, wrote Messi in a post on social media.
At the moment dedicated to the national anthems of the teams, Brazilian and Argentine fans entered into widespread conflict in the stands. The South American classic was delayed and started 30 minutes later than scheduled.
In an interview with “TV Globo”, Colonel Ferreira, from the Military Police, stated that the organization of ticket sales, with mixed fans, hindered the maintenance of the stadium’s security.
With the victory over Brazil, Argentina maintained its lead in the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, with 15 points against 12 for the vice-leader. Uruguay. Brazil fell to sixth place, with seven points added in six rounds.
Source: sportbuzz
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