‘It would be unfair’ – Spain boss Luis Enrique backs Argentina for World Cup glory ‘because of Messi’

Argentina lost in 2014 finalProbably Messi’s last World CupHe has never won it before

WHAT HAPPENED? The 52-year-old has admitted that he wants the ageing forward to taste glory in Qatar should Spain fall short of its goal. La Roja won the tournament back in 2010, while the Argentines have not lifted the trophy since 1986.

WHAT THEY SAID: Speaking on Twitch, he said: “If Spain doesn’t win the World Cup, I would like Argentina to win it because of Messi. It would be unfair for Messi to retire without winning a World Cup.”

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Now aged 35, the Paris Saint-Germain ace may never get another chance to win the World Cup. Enrique won the Champions League, La Liga, and Club World Cup with Messi at Barcelona, so it’s no shock to learn of his continuing support.

IN TWO PHOTOS:

WHAT NEXT FOR LUIS ENRIQUE AND MESSI? Spain begin the tournament next week as they take on Costa Rica in Group E, while Argentina first play Saudi Arabia in Group C.

Related Post
Share
Published by

Recent Posts

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Match PreviewIPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Match Preview

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Match Preview

Delhi Capitals will lock horns against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 10th match of the ongoing… Read More

March 28, 2025
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu reveals reasons to stay with Bengaluru FCGurpreet Singh Sandhu reveals reasons to stay with Bengaluru FC

Gurpreet Singh Sandhu reveals reasons to stay with Bengaluru FC

Bengaluru FC’s goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu feels at home while playing for the club. Sandhu… Read More

March 28, 2025
Louis Saha says Cristiano Ronaldo could be ‘an asset’ for Portugal at 2026 FIFA World CupLouis Saha says Cristiano Ronaldo could be ‘an asset’ for Portugal at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Louis Saha says Cristiano Ronaldo could be ‘an asset’ for Portugal at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Former France striker Louis Saha reckons Cristiano Ronaldo could be 'an asset' for Portugal at… Read More

March 28, 2025
Gaizka Mendieta backs Raphinha to win 2025 Ballon d’OrGaizka Mendieta backs Raphinha to win 2025 Ballon d’Or

Gaizka Mendieta backs Raphinha to win 2025 Ballon d’Or

Former Barcelona midfielder Gaizka Mendieta has put his weight behind Raphinha to win the 2025… Read More

March 28, 2025
Novak Djokovic happy with his serve, becomes oldest ATP Masters 1000 semi-finalistNovak Djokovic happy with his serve, becomes oldest ATP Masters 1000 semi-finalist

Novak Djokovic happy with his serve, becomes oldest ATP Masters 1000 semi-finalist

Novak Djokovic was delighted with the way he served against Sebastian Korda in the quarterfinal… Read More

March 28, 2025
IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Stats PreviewIPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Stats Preview

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Stats Preview

Delhi Capitals will square off against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 10th match of the ongoing… Read More

March 28, 2025