Buenos Aires – Argentina’s veteran footballer Juan Riquelme said that as long as superstar Lionel Messi plays, Argentina will be the favorites in football. Riquelme also opened his mind about Messi when he responded about Argentina’s cheating by defeating France in the World Cup. Riquelme told a sports media that he was grateful to all the team members who did things to make all Argentines happy.
“Messi lifting the World Cup title is a beautiful thing for all football lovers. Argentinians weren’t the only ones who wanted it. It is rare in history that everyone agrees that someone deserves it. “I am happy that Messi won the World Cup,” Riquelme said.
“The longer Messi plays, the longer Argentina will be the favorites in football. Messi’s football performances are amazing.” – Riquelme responded. Argentina won the World Cup by defeating France in a penalty shootout. Messi scored seven goals and provided three assists in the World Cup. The Argentine superstar also won the Golden Ball award in Qatar World Cup.
English Summary: As long as long as Messi plays, Argentina will be the favorite: Riquelme