De Paul: Everyone Should Respect Us, We Delivered a Great Performance

Argentinian national team midfielder Rodrigo De Paul appeared in press statements after the 4-1 victory over Brazil in the South American qualifiers for the World Cup.

De Paul said: "I think we delivered a great performance. I hope that we and the audience give this match the value it deserves; we are playing against a strong opponent. Let's give it its value, it wasn't an easy match."

He added: "We always play the same way, regardless of the opponent or the field; we represent a nation that loves football."

Regarding World Cup qualification: "There will be time to think about the World Cup."

On Raphinha's statements before the match: "We have been the best team in the world for the last 5 or 6 years, and our respect has been diminished, but everyone should respect us. We did what we had to do ourselves, and we did not offend anyone."