We are not going to the World Cup as favourites: Lionel Messi

TIL Desk Sports/ Star forward Lionel Messi feels Argentina are not going to the World Cup in Russia as favourites but have players in their arsenal who can “fight against anyone”.  Messi netted a hat trick as Argentina brushed aside Haiti 4-0 in a friendly at La Bombonera leading up to the World Cup.

The FC Barcelona star broke the deadlock by slotting home a penalty before adding two more goals in eight second-half minutes. Messi then turned provider, setting up substitute Sergio Aguero for the final goal with 21 minutes remaining.

“I want to thank all the fans that supported us tonight,” Messi told after the match. “More than the result we were able to say goodbye to our fans and enjoy their support. I really appreciate all the love from our fans.

“We are not going to the World Cup as favourites but we are a great team with players ready to fight against anyone. This group of players have been together for a long time and we really want to go for an important title.