While Laporta betrayed Lionel Messi, what Xavi said about Leo and the World Cup
The FC Barcelona coach praised Leo and confessed how far Argentina can go in the World Cup in Qatar
Lionel Messi is focused on the World Cup in Qatar, where the Argentine team already faced and and were surprised by Saudi Arabia, now, they are waiting to play against the likes of Mexico and Poland, also in the group stage. The group C was likely to be won by Argentina, although it has been proven that anything can happen in a World Cup.
In this context, Xavi Hernández, former player and now coach of FC Barcelona, praised Lionel Messi, current striker and star of Paris Saint-Germain, and confessed that the Albiceleste are favorites in the event that takes place in the Middle East until December 18.
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While Joan Laporta betrayed the top winner of the Ballon d'Or (7), by breaking off negotiations for his continuity, Xavi, who was Leo's teammate in the culé team, highlighted the current PSG striker, who hopes to achieve the long-awaited title. Messi hopes to reach the final as he did in Brazil 2014, where he fell by the slightest difference against Germany.
Xavi commented on the dialogue compiled by 'AS': “I see Messi as very strong, we are seeing the best Leo at PSG. They have many undefeated games. At least he will reach the semis. For me there is no discussion, he is the best in the world and in history, whether or not he wins the World Cup”.
Lionel Messi's last World Cup?
At a press conference, prior to the first match against Saudi Arabia, to be played on November 22, Lionel Messi reiterated that he "surely" will play his last World Cup. At 35, Leo wants to enjoy the World Cup and hopes to maintain the positive streak with the team led by Lionel Scaloni.
