বাংলাBenin have no plans to assign a special marker to Lionel Messi in their friendly against Argentina. Instead, Benin defender Tijani Mohamed wants to enjoy what could be Messi’s farewell appearance for the national team. In an interview before the match, he described Messi as one of the world’s best players and a legend.
Speaking to C5N, Tijani Mohamed said they would not specifically mark Lionel Messi and would instead enjoy the occasion. The Benin international also openly expressed his admiration for the Argentine star.
Despite being on the opposing side, Tijani even expressed hope that Argentina would eventually win the match. His comments highlighted his admiration and respect for Lionel Messi.
The match at Buenos Aires’ Monumental Stadium is attracting particular attention as a potential final appearance for Messi in an Argentina shirt. He has made 207 appearances for the national team, scoring 125 goals and winning several major titles, including the 2022 World Cup.
The fixture is also a significant occasion for Benin. The team reportedly endured a journey of around 23 hours to reach Argentina, while their accommodation was not reportedly as expected. Despite those difficulties, the team is ready to enjoy the historic occasion.
Tijani Mohamed said Benin would give their best to make the celebration a memorable one. At the same time, the players are looking forward to experiencing the opportunity to face a football legend such as Lionel Messi.
The comments from Tijani provide a notable example of an opposing player showing admiration for Lionel Messi ahead of a high-profile international friendly.
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