Argentina vs. Mexico Game Is Like A Final, Says Martinez

After losing to Saudi Arabia in their first World Cup encounter, Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez said that his team’s second group stage match against Mexico would feel “like a final.”

Argentina, a two-time champion, is last in Group C.

Their chances of making it to the round of 16 might be hanging by a thread if they lose against Mexico.

It may determine how much we believe in this World Cup, Martinez remarked.

After Argentina had three goals disallowed for offside, Saudi Arabia recovered from behind to win the game. Lionel Messi scored the game’s first goal from the penalty spot.

We are a strong bunch that is highly unified, but it was a significant hit to our morale, said Martinez.

“We need to remain calm, rest, and consider what is going to happen. Mexico is what’s coming, so we have to pay attention to winning no matter what.

“We are really upbeat, and I believe we lost because of minute things and our own errors. We have researched our next competitor, and I believe we are prepared.