World Cup 2026: What Romero’s goal against Egypt did to Argentina players – Messi

Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has revealed that Cristian Romero’s extremity against Egypt ignited anticipation successful each of Argentina’s players during some sides’ World Cup Round of 16 clash on Tuesday.

Argentina were trailing 2-0 against Egypt until Messi provided an assist, which Romero converted via a header successful the 79th infinitesimal of the encounter.

A fewer minutes later, 2 goals from Messi and Enzo Fernandez ensured Argentina eliminated Egypt from the competition.

Speaking to Olé aft Argentina defeated Egypt, Messi said, “It’s a relief, a catharsis.

“We can’t extremity the FIFA World Cup today. We don’t privation to leave. After Romero scored, anticipation was ignited successful each of us.

“This squad has ever shown maine love, and it is simply a root of pridefulness to combat alongside them,” helium added.

World Cup 2026: What Romero’s extremity against Egypt did to Argentina players – Messi