Austria and Argentina coaches heap praise on game-changer Messi
Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 in a match where Lionel Messi's performance was the deciding factor. Both coaches praised Messi's ability to change the game despite Austria's effective control of possession for much of the match.
Why it matters
Messi's continued impact at the international level remains a major focal point for global sports media and football fans.
For long stretches at the AT&T Stadium on Monday, Austria made life difficult for Argentina. It controlled possession and stopped the world champion from dictating the game.
The report is a standard sports recap focusing on quotes and match events.
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