Messi farewell under threat of chaos: Benin says "the Argentines love dirty play"
Benin national team captain Steve Mounié has warned his teammates about the 'dirty play' and psychological tactics used by the Argentina national team ahead of a friendly match. The match is intended to be a celebration of Lionel Messi's farewell, but Mounié emphasizes the need for mental discipline to avoid provocation.
Why it matters
It reflects the intense competitive nature of international football and the reputation of South American teams for gamesmanship.
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As Argentina prepare to play Lionel Messi's farewell match in front of their own fans, the eagerly awaited clash has turned into something more than a celebration of the legendary star. Steve Mounié, captain and all-time top scorer of Benin's national team, has issued frank warnings about the tricks of the Argentina players and their attempts to get into their opponents' heads.
Speaking in remarks reported by the Spanish newspaper "AS" , Mounié said his country view the match as an exceptional chance to show themselves to the world, despite his own absence through injury.
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