Messi remembered Maradona two years after Diego’s death and in the preview of Argentina-Mexico at the World Cup

Lionel Messi remembered Diego Maradona. And the nod from today’s 10 to yesterday’s takes place in the anticipation of a transcendental encounter in the aspirations of the Argentina national team in the Qatar World Cupagainst Mexico, for the second round of Group C. The reason has to do with another anniversary of Ten, two years after his death on November 25, 2020.

Leo uploaded a photo of Pelusa in the Argentine shirt, with Diego, the ball and a gesture on his face that could be Leo playing what could be the last World Cup of his career.

Diego was Leo’s coach at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and their relationship was that of student and teacher beyond some unfiltered criticism of the 1986 champion, who was always there to support him when he came. criticized the most, especially after the finals defeat. .

After the death of Maradona, Messi was the protagonist of one of the most iconic tributes dedicated to the 10. He scored a goal for Barcelona and took off his shirt to show a Newell’s worn by Diego. An image that has been around the world and will remain forever.

Scaloni and Lautaro also remember it

“It’s a very sad day. We hope that tomorrow (Saturday) will bring him joy, if he looks at us from the sky. That’s the most important thing,” coach Lionel Scaloni said when asked about the anniversary of Maradona’s death, during the conference press release on the eve of the match against El Tri.

“It seems incredible, when we see his pictures or now that the anniversary is over, that he’s gone. It’s a sad day for Argentines, but we hope tomorrow will be a happy day and we can dedicate it to him,” he said .

The victory against Mexico presents itself as a crucial stage for the Albiceleste, defeated on Tuesday in their debut against Saudi Arabia (2-1). A defeat against the Aztecs will mean elimination from the tournament.

Lautaro Martínez also spoke to the press and also dedicated a few words to the anniversary of the death of Maradona, who passed away on November 25, 2020 when he was 60 years old.

“We keep him very much in mind. For us Argentines he was a very important person and he was in the world of football, not just for Argentines. It’s a sad day for everyone and we hope that tomorrow we can make him happy,” said Inter. Milan player.