Argentina: Luis Suarez praises Lionel Messi

22.06.26 FT World Cup

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On Monday night, Lionel Messi once again dazzled at this 2026 World Cup. He netted a brace against Austria (2-0), becoming the all-time top scorer in World Cup history with a total of 18 goals. Luis Suarez is left in awe.

Long-time teammates at FC Barcelona and now reunited at Inter Miami, Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi are close friends. After the Argentine's masterclass on Monday, Suarez heaped praise on his friend.

"Words are no longer enough to define Messi and what he represents as a player. As a football fan, I love watching him play. It's a joy to see him on the pitch, to see him happy, to see him enjoying his World Cup with his national team, surrounded by people who support him and stand by his side. It's wonderful for me, because I'm his friend and I know him. Seeing him happy and enjoying the World Cup—there's nothing more beautiful," the Uruguayan told the media.

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