Messi: God was with us against Nigeria

Lionel Messi has attributed Argentina’s victory against Nigeria to the presence of God.

“I knew that God was with us and that he wouldn’t let us miss out,” Messi said.”We were confident that
we would win this game.”It’s marvellous to have won it this way, it’s a deserved joy.

Argentina narrowly saw off Nigeria 2-1 to secure a spot in the knockout stages, finishing second in Group D behind Croatia, with Messi scoring the opening goal and Marcus Rojo getting the winning goal, after Victor Moses had leveled for Nigeria from the penalty spot.

“The captain also acknowledged the support from fans in Saint Petersburg and back home.

“I thank everyone here, for their sacrifices, and for everyone in Argentina who has always been with
us,” he added.

“The shirt of the national team goes above all.”

Argentina will now face France in the last 16.