Messi Getts Argentina’s “Invitation” To 2024 Summer Olympics In Paris
Coach of the U23 national team Javier Mascherano said he will speak with Leo Messi and Di María.
After their 1-0 triumph against Brazil to secure their spot in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, the Argentine media seized the opportunity to interview coach Javier Mascherano regarding his choices among the three players over 23 he can field for the tournament.
Mascherano did not duck the politically charged subject and freely discussed his buddy and former teammate Lionel Messi.
“My connection and relationship with Leo are well known to everyone. A player such as him has the doors open for him to join us, but first we have to qualify.” Mascherano stated back in October that “after that, it will all hinge on him and his responsibilities, certainly.”
The words of Mascherano
An accurate indication that Mascherano has given thought to include the World Cup-winning captain in his squad. Mascherano’s remarks following the heart-wrenching triumph against the “Canarinha” were similar, as he invited another player to be his coach at the Olympics.
“I owe it to Messi and Di Maria to extend an invitation. We have a great friendship and relationship with Leo and Angel. It’s not so easy, though; we recognize that they have other obligations, and that will determine everything. Besides, you have time to speak with them.” “We need to enjoy ourselves now,” the coach said, still beaming at winning one of the two Paris qualifying spots; Paraguay will play the other qualifier.
The response from Messi
Messi celebrated the qualifying on social media, fully knowing of what Argentina had done in Venezuela. On his Instagram stories, Leo shared a “vamooosss” that he embellished with four applause signs and the Argentine flag.
Recall that in 2008, Messi and Di María were already Olympic winners when Argentina defeated Nigeria 1-0 in the championship match thanks to a goal from the Benfica player. It’s a coincidence that Javier Mascheano started for that squad as well.
Copa America 2024
The fact that the Olympics are being held so close to the Copa America 2024, which will take place in the United States, is one of the problems with Messi and Di Maria attending.
The soccer tournament for 2024 is set to begin in Marseille ten days after Argentina, should they get to the championship match, which is set for July 14.
