Ibrahimovic to Argentina: Step Up and Ease Messi’s Load
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has told Argentina’s squad they must share responsibility with Lionel Messi after his heroics in the round of 16. The Swedish icon praised Messi’s “animal” mentality after his crucial goal and assist sparked a 3-2 win over Egypt. Trailing 2-0, Messi set up Cristian Romero before scoring the equaliser himself. His brilliance paved the way for Enzo Fernandez to net a stoppage-time winner. Ibrahimovic warned Argentina cannot expect their 39-year-old captain to rescue them every match. Speaking on Fox Sports, he urged Messi’s teammates to raise their game as they prepare to face Switzerland in the quarter-finals.
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