Lionel Messi Says Goal Celebration Against Egypt 'a Moment of Release' as Argentina Keep World Cup Dream Alive
Messi said Argentina’s late turnaround moved him because the team rallied from 2-0 down and advanced to the quarter-finals.
- On Tuesday, Argentina secured a memorable 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the World Cup Round of 16, advancing to the quarter-finals to face Switzerland or Colombia.
- Trailing 2-0 until the 79th minute, Argentina staged a late rally; assistant Roberto Ayala said the squad 'never tire, always want more, and are capable of producing moments like this.'
- Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fern scored the third goal to complete the turnaround in Atlanta, while striker Lautaro Mart said 'What we've done tonight is incredibly difficult.'
- Lionel Messi was moved to tears after the final whistle, while head coach Lionel Scaloni was too overcome with emotion to speak to the media.
- Representing their country to win the World Cup again remains the primary goal, with Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fern stating 'We came here to represent our country at a World Cup and win it again.
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"Pulga" scored and assisted in a 3-2 win over Egypt, making new World Cup history - His legend continues in the quarter-finals against Switzerland
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