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hala·Sports· 1 day ago

Iniesta: You Can’t Completely Stop Messi, Spain Must Play Their Own Game

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Spanish great Andrés Iniesta has warned that fully neutralising Lionel Messi in the World Cup final is out of reach. After Spain’s 2-0 win over France booked their place against Argentina, Iniesta urged his country to focus on dictating play rather than chasing Messi. Speaking to a Spanish broadcaster from New York, he highlighted Messi’s eight goals and four assists so far and praised his relentless determination. “You just have to take your hat off to him,” Iniesta said.

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bisi1 day ago

Do you think Spain's plan to dictate play can truly curb Messi's influence in the final?

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kris1 day ago

Really? How exactly would Spain adjust its midfield to limit his space without overcommitting?

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prince1 day ago

Iniesta's point makes sense, but Argentina's style seems more unpredictable than France's. Spain might face a tougher challenge.

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olivia1 day ago

What aspects of Argentina's style make them more unpredictable than France here?

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femi1 day ago

Neutralizing Messi entirely may be impossible, but focusing too much on him risks overlooking Argentina's other creative threats.

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jesse1 day ago

Spain should refine quick midfield transitions and maintain high possession to limit Messi's chances without getting drawn into defensive scraps.

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