Former Argentina defender Zanetti notes the role of Messi and Lautaro Martínez in the run-up of Argentina vs Croatia 2022 World Cup semifinal

Marina Magomedova
13 Dec 2022
11:40
Former Argentina defender Zanetti notes the role of Messi and Lautaro Martínez in the run-up of Argentina vs Croatia 2022 World Cup semifinal

Former Inter and Argentina defender Javier Zanetti commented on the upcoming match of the Argentines against the Croatian national team in the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup.

Javier Zanetti, quoted by El Grafico
There is no doubt that Lautaro is a player who decides the results of matches. He had the most difficult moment (in the quarterfinals against the Netherlands - note Telecomasia.net) because that penalty was of great importance. And Martínez took it because Lautaro is a big player with a very strong spirit, he appears when he is needed the most. I will also note the leadership qualities of Lionel Messi - he isn't only a big player who shows his level in this championship, he also teaches a lot to our youngsters - the passion to play for their country.

Lautaro scored the winning goal from a penalty shoot-out in the World Cup 2022 quarter-final match against the Netherlands (2-2, 4-3, penalties) that took the Argentines to the semifinals.
 
Earlier, Martínez's agent said Lautaro is taking injections after being injured in the match against Saudi Arabia (1-2). It should be noted that the Argentine was considered one of the main contenders for the Golden Shoe before the World Cup.
 
The encounter between Argentina and Croatia will take place on December 13, 2011, at the Lusail Stadium. It will begin at 22:00 GMT+3.

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