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Sun 18 December 2022 | 21:50

Alexis Mac Allister: “Messi ended GOAT debate after World Cup triumph”

Winning the tournament's Golden Ball, Messi scored twice as he led Argentina to the World Cup triumph after winning the Copa America. Being asked the reason for their dramatic victory, the Argentina midfielder straightforwardly says Lionel Messi.

Although France came back from behind twice in a game that was mostly dominated by Argentina,

Lionel Messi

led his side to victory in Qatar as they won the penalty shoot-out 4-2.

Alexis Mac Allister

, who had an outstanding tournament in Qatar, believes Lionel Messi has ended the debate around who's the greatest player of all time after his performance with

Argentina

.

Asked what gave Argentina their victory, he told

ITV

:

"It's always Messi.

"I think he's the best player in the world, the best player of all-time. He is amazing, he is a really nice guy, he is humble.

"He has everything to be the best player in history. It's amazing to share a dressing room with him and I'm very grateful."

Mac Allister also praised

Emiliano Martinez

, who denied Muani from scoring late in extra time.

"Emi did really well, he is an amazing keeper, he helped us a lot during this tournament. I'm really pleased for him and really pleased for this country and for this team."

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source: ITV



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