Bolivia vs Argentina Result : Argentina’s Angel Di Maria, Enzo Fernandez star in Lionel Messi absence :
Argentina’s decision to rest Lionel Messi didn’t hinder their performance as they secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Bolivia during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. In Messi’s absence, Angel Di Maria stepped up as captain and played a crucial role, contributing with two assists before halftime.
Reflecting on the team’s success, the 35-year-old Di Maria emphasized the importance of collecting all six points from their first two matches. This strong start bodes well for Argentina’s prospects in the ongoing World Cup qualifiers.
Bolivia vs Argentina Match , Messi Absence:
Enzo Fernandez expressed his immense pride at being given the captain’s armband by the world’s best player, Lionel Messi. He described the experience as “unbelievable” and a great source of personal pride.
Fernandez, who plays for Chelsea, played a pivotal role in the match, scoring the opening goal for Argentina. He found the back of the net with a close-range finish, marking his third international goal.
Despite the challenging conditions of La Paz, the world’s highest capital city at 3625 meters above sea level, Fernandez mentioned that he adapted well, but he did acknowledge that the altitude had an impact on the players.
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I had a hard time breathing during the game, but I felt great.
Five minutes later, Roberto Fernandez received a red card for a crude tackle on Cristian Romero, dealing Bolivia another setback as they were now down to 10 men.
home the 42nd minute, Nicolas Tagliafico headed home a free kick from Angel Di Maria to extend Argentina’s lead. In the 83rd minute, Nicolas Gonzalez’s forceful strike secured the victory.
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