Boxing Superstar’s Violent Threats to Soccer Legend Lionel Messi Not Taken Kindly by Former Manchester City Star Sergio Aguero

The FIFA World Cup group stage is nearing the end, and the tournament is gathering pace. In a Group C encounter between Argentina and Mexico, where both teams needed victory, Argentina came out on top with Lionel Messi scoring the opener. Mexico is on the brink of elimination after suffering a 2-0 loss to Argentina.

The video of Argentina celebrations in the dressing room emerged on social media. The video drew controversy from fans where Lionel Messi was allegedly seen keeping his boots on the Mexican jersey. Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez jumped onto the scene and condemned Messi on social media. Former Argentina star Sergio Aguero has now come to the defense of Argentine talisman Lionel Messi.

Sergio Aguero always has Lionel Messi’s back

The boxing star’s comments didn’t go down well for Sergio Aguero, who, as usual, came to the defense of a beloved friend. He was quick to respond to Alvarez, saying he misinterpreted the incidents in the video.

According to Aguero, Messi kicked the Mexican jersey by accident while removing the shoes. He explained generally how things go in the dressing room after the match. The jerseys are on the floor usually, after the game because of the sweat he claimed in his tweet. Canelo, therefore, overreacted according to him.

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Everyone is aware of the friendship between Aguero and Messi. They have shared a good bond between them for years. Fans admire Messi for his humility and humbleness. The fans were in disbelief at the claims made by Alvarez and responded.

Argentina beat Mexico, with Lionel Messi achieving unique feet

In an all-important game against Mexico, Leo Messi stepped up in the do-or-die situation. He opened the scoring and assisted Enzo Fernandez for the second that wrapped the match for Argentina. Argentina got crucial three points, especially after a shock defeat to Saudi Arabia in the opening encounter.

The goal and assist made Messi the youngest and oldest player in FIFA World Cup to do so. Moreover, he is now the only player to assist in five different World Cups. Messi and records go hand-in-hand and he is two goals behind Batistuta to level him on the most goals by an Argentine in the FIFA World Cup.

Argentina now knows that a win against Poland in their final group game will secure their place in the knockouts. They will go all out for an outright win the match to seal their fate on their own. On the other hand, Mexico too, needs a win to qualify.

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Let us know your thoughts on the statements made by Canelo Alvarez and the way Sergio Aguero came to the defense of Lionel Messi. Will Messi take Argentina past Poland to seal the knockout place?