“He Is Fit” – ‘Tired’ Lionel Messi Uncertain to Face Most-Favorite Victim as Argentina Play on Stadium 11,932 Feet Above Sea Level

In the game’s final moments against Ecuador, Lionel Messi was subbed out, causing worry among fans. It was Messi himself who asked for the substitution. Earlier, the World Cup champ scored a stunning free-kick, securing the win for the Albiceleste. Soon, fans spotted Messi leaving the IMAXE medical center. The Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni addressed questions during the media conference, shedding light on Messi’s fitness.

The Albiceleste will be facing Bolivia next on the road. The team had a good start and will look to secure another win against Bolivia. The harsh conditions at the Bolivian pitch can be a hurdle and the Argentina boss has some news to share.

Lionel Messi’s selection depends on varying conditions

Hoards of fans waited outside the IMAXE medical center where Lionel Messi went for a checkup after the Ecuador match. The media and fans worried that Lionel Messi might start as a doubt against Bolivia. In a recent press conference, Lionel Scaloni cleared the air of speculation surrounding Messi.

In an interview with TN, Lionel Scaloni said, “Messi will travel. Today he trained differently, but he is fit to travel. We are traveling this afternoon. When we get there and start to adapt, we’ll see how everything is.”

Scaloni further added, “I don’t talk to Messi about these things, we go as we go along and what happens. The other day he was tired, he asked for a change and well? If he is well he will always play and if he has a problem he will see it. It’s logical to watch the games.”

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Scaloni’s statements clarified that the substitution was due to exhaustion, and he indeed affirmed Messi’s fitness to play. The Argentina team is on their way to face Bolivia at one of the most dreaded pitches among soccer players.

Bolivia stadium to take La Albiceleste’s breath away

The Bolivia national team’s home ground Hernando Siles Stadium is at 11,932 feet above sea level. The height of the stadium makes it one of the most difficult pitches to play on. There are constant complaints of players getting out of breath due to the altitude of the stadium. With concerns surrounding Messi’s fitness, it will be a match he hopes gets over soon.

Earlier, Neymar posted a picture of the Brazil national team having to use oxygen masks after the game. The Al Hilal player described the pitch as ‘Inhuman’. He said in his post, “Inhuman to play in such conditions, field, altitude, ball .. everything bad. But we were happy for the performance of the team even with these conditions.”

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A close friend of Messi, Neymar would be worrying about his former teammate’s health. Brazil won their last match against Bolivia and they now head to face Peru. Do you think Messi will be started in the match against Bolivia? Let us know in the comments below.