Lionel Messi and his teammates delivered a lackluster performance, resulting in Argentina’s 0-2 defeat to Uruguay on home soil in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The match began with both teams evenly matched. Messi was closely marked whenever he had the ball, making it difficult for him to create opportunities. In a collision with his “younger brother” De Paul, Messi showed his frustration by confronting a Uruguayan player.
Argentina’s starting lineup
Lionel Messi is always followed closely when he has the ball
Messi rushed out to confront the Uruguayan player when he collided with his “junior” De Paul
At the end of the first half, Uruguay suԀԀenly opened the score with Araujo’s rush and shot on the right wing
Argentina tried to rise in the second half but the offense was deadlocked
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Near the end of the match, Darwin Nunez scored a 2-0 victory for Uruguay
