The Paris Saint-Germain center-back has also explained how difficult it is to face the Argentine wizard, stating that Messi’s quality can never be truly studied or understood.
In case you didn’t know…
Messi enjoyed another stellar season with Barcelona, helping the Catalan giants retain the LaLiga title. The 32-year-old scored 51 goals for his club in all competitions, winning the European Golden Shoe and Pichichi award in 2018/19. Messi was also the highest scorer in the UEFA Champions League campaign with 12 goals.
Despite being pivotal for his club and country over the years, Messi is yet to replicate his success with Argentina in this Copa America. The five time Ballon d’Or winner is the highest ever goalscorer for the Albiceleste but has failed to help his national team end their trophy drought.
The heart of the matter
Thiago Silva has revealed why it is extremely difficult to face Messi and gave his verdict on the never-ending GOAT debate.
Ahead of the highly anticipated semi-final clash between Brazil and Argentina, Silva said:
The veteran center-back is wary of Messi’s threat but insists that his admiration won’t come in between his task of stopping Argentina’s forwards.
What’s next?
Argentina will take on hosts Brazil in the first semi-finals of Copa America on 3 July.
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