Xavi admits he'd want Argentina and Lionel Messi to win

La Albiceleste, Messi, and La Albiceleste had a horrible start to their campaign here in Qatar. They lost their first game to Saudi Arabia by a score of 2-1.

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Lionel Scaloni’s team have made a strong comeback and won their next game against Mexico by a scoreline 2-0.

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Messi was on both the scoresheets in both of these games. Enzo Fernandez's stunning goal against Mexico was also provided by Messi.

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If Spain fails to win, Xavi supports his former Barcelona teammate Messi. Spain began their World Cup campaign in style with a 7-1 win against Costa Rica.

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La Roja was unable to draw their second game against Germany, but they remain at the top in Group E.

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Lionel Messi responded to the crucial win of his team against Mexico at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Messi stated this to the media following the game.

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We have successfully passed a difficult test. Although we believed in ourselves and what we could do, there are many things that go through your mind at the hour truth.

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It can be hard to separate yourself from them all. This group is prepared. We've taken a crucial step, now we must take another.

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