Lionel Messi completed his trophy cabinet when Argentina won the elusive World Cup in Qatar in 2022. But some soccer fans are unimpressed, deeming Argentina’s triumph as unfair. But while fans continue to troll Messi and his team, it looks like La Albiceleste has found an ally in the form of Brazils’ Felipe Melo. The defender has slammed the trolling, believing Argentina deserved to win the Cup.

The World Cup glory was the major achievement that led to La Pulga winning his 8th Ballon d’Or. This led to fans of his opposition players constantly trolling him on social media.

Brazil’s defender feels Lionel Messi and his team fairly won the World Cup

The rivalry between Argentina and Brazil is one of the biggest in soccer. It was also evident in the high-octane World Cup qualifier match between them in Brazil. However, putting the rivalry aside, Brazilian defender Felipe Melo has come in defense of Argentina’s World Cup win amid constant trolling. The Fluminese defender said, “Argentina was a fair winner in the World Cup. People talk too much. I believe that if they don’t lose the first game, they won’t win the World Cup. It is because it had been a long time since they had lost and I think they arrived a bit believing themselves to be the best. When they lost the first game, they came down from the clouds, a little more humble and with their little feet on the ground. That was what made Argentina champion.”

This statement also shows that several soccer fans noticed the comeback of La Albiceleste after their loss against Saudi Arabia. There was never a match after that where it looked like they won the game because of luck. Lionel Messi also delighted the Argentinians with brilliant performances. His displays in the semi-final against the Netherlands and finals against France will never be forgotten.

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Wout Weghorst surprisingly defends Argentina

A few months ago, former Netherlands boss Louis Van Gal commented that the World Cup win for Argentina was preconceived. However, recently former Manchester United forward Wout Weghorst has come in defense of the winners. The forward said he was aware of the statements made by their former coach. But, he feels that La Albiceleste deserved the Cup. He reportedly said, “Van Gaal’s words about the bias towards Argentina? No, frankly, I don’t agree with Van Gaal. I heard what he said but I don’t see it that way.” 

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This comment surprised many soccer fans because of his altercation with Lionel Messi after the win. The Dutch were on the wrong side of the result in the semi-final as they lost against Argentina 4-2 in penalties.

There is no doubt that La Pulga created memorable moments in the 2022 World Cup, especially for Argentinians. What was your favorite Lionel Messi moment in the World Cup? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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