Lionel Messi heaped praise on Argentina following their win over Brazil last night and said the world champions always do their “talking through football”.
Messi was absent with an adductor injury but Lionel Scaloni’s men shone in his absence, beating Brazil 4-1 in Buenos Aires.
Prior to kick-off they learned they had qualified for the World Cup finals next summer in the United States, Canada and Mexico after Bolivia failed to beat Uruguay.
And it turned out to be a night of celebration for Argentina, who were eager to respond positively to inflammatory remarks from Brazil playmaker Raphinha, who said before the game his side “would beat them, no doubt. On and off the pitch if we have to”.
On Instagram, Messi responded: “Inside, outside, wherever it may be with this National Team. Always talking through football.
“Congratulations on the great match you played last night and also on the win against Uruguay.”
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