Published 07:46 IST, October 11th 2024

'Messi Should Have Stepped off the Pitch': Major Controversy Erupts after Argentina vs Venezuela

Following the Argentina vs Venezuela draw, a major controversy arose regarding Lionel Messi's presence stirring debate on whether he should have left the game.

Reported by: Aryan Suraj Chadha
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Argentina's Lionel Messi grimaces during the Copa America final soccer match against Colombia in Miami Gardens, Fla. | Image: AP
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Venezuela and Argentina's World Cup Qualifier encounter was a 1-1 tie. Using a mistake by Venezuelan custodian, Nicolás Otamendi opened 13th-minute score for Argentina. Using a strong heer in 65th minute, Salomón Rondón equalised for Venezuela. Both sides compete fiercely despite damp ground and demanding circumstances. With 19 points, Argentina les rivals; Colombia comes second with 16 points. With 12 points, Bolivia defeated Colombia to triumph significantly into fifth position. With 10 points, se results temporarily place Brazil out of automatic World Cup spots in seventh position. fight is heating up for six teams that finish first in round-robin tournament, guaranteeing m automatic seats in 2026 World Cup.

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Fans fume after looking at ground conditions of Argentina vs Venezuela

After Argentina vs Venezuela game, disappointed supporters voiced annoyance as moist pitch caused a 30-minute delay, refore affecting flow of game. Because of challenges players on damp ground experience, many felt game lacked excitement; several viewers voiced ir displeasure with general entertainment value of game.

Argentina will now be seen in action against Bolivia on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. This will end ir 2nd international break of season. 

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07:45 IST, October 11th 2024