Mandi Says Messi Apologised After Controversial Tackle in Argentina Win

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Algeria defender Aissa Mandi said Lionel Messi apologised immediately after a studs-up challenge during Argentina’s reported 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria. Mandi said he asked the referee to review the incident and only understood the full severity of the tackle after watching the replay. Messi was not sent off and later completed a hat-trick, according to the report. The reported match details and claims should be independently verified.

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