“What a player!”: Rivaldo puts Brazil aside to hail Messi, Argentina | OneFootball

The legendary former footballer Rivaldo set aside the historic football rivalry and heaped praise on Lionel Messi and the Argentina National Team. Through his social media, the 2002 world champion with Brazil acknowledged the tremendous level of the Albiceleste and showed his deep admiration for the star from Rosario after his latest performance.

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Despite his deep-rooted attachment and love for his country’s colors, the former Barcelona player highlighted the commitment of the team coached by Lionel Scaloni: «I’m Brazilian, I love my country, and I will always support our national team. Rivalry is part of football, but I also know how to recognize and admire it when I see a great match and a team giving everything on the field.»

Finally, the idol of the Seleção bowed to La Pulga’s enduring brilliance with a forceful phrase that quickly went viral in the world of sports:

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