Congratulations to Scaloni! Argentina has found a midfield maestro to partner with Messi, and the prospects of defending their World Cup title are looking promising.
Lionel Messi has already led the Argentine national team to victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, reaching the pinnacle of world football and earning the title of "ball king." Looking ahead to the next World Cup, Argentina remains a strong contender for the trophy. Currently ranked first in the world, the team has won four consecutive championships, boasting a powerful lineup with great cohesion. Crucially, Argentina's midfield is now incredibly luxurious. Congratulations to Scaloni! The Argentine team has found a midfield master to join forces with Messi, and the hope of retaining the World Cup is within reach.
In the early hours of December 27th, Liverpool secured a 3-1 victory over Leicester City during the Premier League's Boxing Day fixture, with goals from Gakpo, Jones, and Salah. In this match, Argentine international Mac Allister provided two assists and made the most tackles with five, showcasing his comprehensive abilities.
Mac Allister may not be as well-known, but his abilities are undeniable, making him a player whose skills surpass his fame. He joined Chelsea from Brighton for a transfer fee of 42 million euros and is currently valued at 80 million euros. In the nearly 20 games that Mac Allister has played for Liverpool, the team has remained unbeaten (18 wins and 2 draws). Liverpool's strong lead in both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League this season owes much to Mac Allister's contributions.
Mac Allister's footwork is extremely delicate, and his dribbling and evasion skills are outstanding. Due to his physique, facial features, and ball-carrying techniques resembling Messi, he has earned the nickname "Standard Definition Messi." Not only does Mac Allister possess creativity, but he is also strong defensively, averaging 2.69 tackles per game in the Premier League this season, making him the team's tackle leader. Mac Allister is technically a midfielder but is also willing to do the dirty work. Among today's midfielders in world football, Mac Allister ranks among the top 5, perhaps even the top 3, making him a low-key midfield master.
Compared to when they won the World Cup, Mac Allister is playing even better and with more experience. The Argentine midfield is not just about Mac Allister's good form; Enzo is leading Chelsea to second place in the Premier League, while De Paul is helping Atletico Madrid top La Liga. Other Argentine midfielders such as Paredes, Palacios, and Nico Paz are also delivering impressive performances for their respective clubs. With the addition of Messi, Argentina's midfield stands unmatched among all national teams.
Maradona once led the Argentine team to consecutive World Cup finals, winning one title and finishing as runners-up once. Messi's current Argentine squad is in excellent form and has a real chance of retaining the coveted FIFA World Cup trophy.