2024-09-07 21:02:26
Published: 18:26, 6 September 2024 Updated: 20:55, 6 September 2024
Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria are like two flowers on the same stalk. The two began their journey together by winning Olympic gold for Argentina’s youth team. After that, the two won the title at the same time on the World Cup stage through Copa America. Di Maria’s official departure ended the journey of the two. Messi wrote a farewell letter to his beloved teammates. It was revealed by Italian sports journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Argentina took the field against Chile in the 2026 World Cup qualifying match. Di Maria was given a farewell reception in this match. Messi could not attend this match due to injury. The Argentina captain sent a letter even though he was not present. There, Messi wrote at the beginning, ‘Hope you enjoy this evening with your family and loved ones.’
Two Copa Americas in 2021 and 2024, 2022 FIFA World Cup, 2022 Finalsima – Argentina have won these four major titles in the last three years. Messi and Di Maria are involved with all of them. The two celebrated together after scoring. Messi also recalled that memory.
Messi also wrote in the letter, ‘We shared a lot. Who could have thought that those moments would end like this? i will miss you love you so much See you soon Fideo (nickname Di Maria). We will miss you.’
Di Maria’s departure was a great victory for Argentina. They beat Chile 3-0. In this victory, the azure-blues have strengthened their position at the top of the points list of the World Cup qualifiers in South America. 6 wins and 1 draw in 7 matches, 18 points are now for Argentina. Uruguay and Colombia in second and third have 13 and 12 points.
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