Emotional Lionel Messi scores twice in the final Qualifier World Cup

Buenos Aires, Argentina – 4. September: Lionel Messi from Argentina Mashers Before Warming within the World Cup of the South American American Qualifier from Argentina and Venezuela in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo German Adrasti / Getty Images)

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On the emotional night in front of 80,000 fans in Buenos Aires, Lionel Messi has been scored twice in its final World Cup qualifier as Argentina beat Venezuela 3-0 on Thursday.

The Eighth Time Ballon D’ov winner Messi opened scoring at 39. minutes and added another in the 80, while Lautaro Martinez was also at 76. minutes, and Laura Martinez was also given.

He joined his three sons before the beginning, the 38-year-old was overwhelmed by the support of Argentine fans on Estadio Monumental, who gathered to forgive him. Messa’s father, Jorge, also attended him to mark this opportunity.

“Being able to finish this here is what I’ve always dreamed of” said Captain Messi, who led Argentina to FIFA World Cup in 2022 years In Qatar.

“I experienced a lot of things on this body, and well and not so good, but there is always the joy of playing in Argentina, in front of our fans.”

Messi said that for many years had the affection of Barcelona fans and his dream was to experience the same in his domestic nation.

The iconic forwarded in its 17-year-old gave more than 500 performances in La Liga Club Barcelona before moving to Paris St Germain in France Ligue 1. Currently playing Inter Miami In the master league football in the United States.

When will Messi retire me?

Messi did not find out when he would end his boots but said In order for the match against Venezuela to his last World Cup qualifier at home.

Argentine coach Lionel Scanini said Messi, who scored 36 goals in South American qualification, made a “huge effort”.

The coach added that on Tuesday, rest for his dead tire against Ecuador.

Albiceleste, which has already qualified for World Cup 2026. years, top American qualifications tables for a global exhibition in North America with 38 points.

“He finished very tired and physically exhausted. He should have descended, but it was not due to the emotional nature of the match” Scaroni said.

Discussing his future, Messi clarified that he would only compete at the World Cup next year if he feels physically in a state.

“I’m excited, eager. It’s day after day, feeling sensations. If I’m good, I’d rather be there,” Messi said, until nine months long time for a long time for the tournament to turn off the “long time. “