Argentina: Thomas Tuchel admires Lionel Messi

15.07.26 FT World Cup

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England faces Argentina in the semi-finals of this 2026 World Cup.

At the press conference, Three Lions manager Thomas Tuchel expressed his admiration for the Albiceleste captain, Lionel Messi.

"Everyone knows the spaces where he likes to position himself. When you analyze the matches, it feels like he sees things before anyone else on the pitch. It's as if the ball just finds him—he spots the space, creates a two-meter gap for his left foot, and then delivers a world-class solution. It's a unique experience to play against the reigning champions, a unique experience to face Messi and his team," the German coach said.

In this 2026 World Cup, Messi has already scored 8 goals and provided 2 assists.

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