Is the pressure to win a World Cup getting to Messi?



Messi displayed uncharacteristic flashes of anger against the Netherlands, including mocking the Dutch manager and player.






Messi at the heart of the ‘Battle of Lusail’


The quarterfinal between the Netherlands and Argentina at the Lusail Stadium was a fractious affair rife with refereeing controversies and heated altercations that resulted in 17 yellow cards

Messi assisted Argentina’s first goal for Nahual Molina

Messi assisted Argentina’s first goal for Nahual Molina and then scored a second from the penalty spot. Despite Argentina taking a 2-0 lead, Messi ran over to the Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal and assistant manager Edgar David's and celebrated his goal by cupping his ears towards them.

Messi vents frustration after the final whistle

Messi still appeared frustrated amid the wild celebrations and was seen arguing with the Dutch management team after the game, appearing to tell van Gaal: “You talk too much.”


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