Bubista: Proud to Face Argentina and Messi... Our Message to the World Continues
The coach of the Cape Verde national team, Bubista, confirmed that his team is experiencing a great sense of pride after qualifying for the round of 32 in the World Cup, emphasizing that facing the Argentina national team represents an important historical milestone in the team's journey.
In his full statement, Baptista said: "We are proud of what we have achieved so far. We have once again proven that we are a small country, but we fight to achieve what we aspire to. For us, nothing is impossible."
He continued: "Firstly, it is an honor for us to face Argentina, a country with which we have a historical relationship. Many people from Cape Verde migrated to Argentina a long time ago."
He continued: "We have the desire to present our style and identity, regardless of the opponent's identity. We will approach the match with determination and responsibility. We know that Argentina has the best players in the world, and that Lionel Messi is, for many, the best player in history."
The coach added that this encounter carries dimensions that go beyond just the sporting aspect, explaining: "Of course, a match like this is a source of pride and satisfaction for our team and the people of Cape Verde. From the start, we said that one of our goals is to introduce our country to the world, and facing Messi's Argentina at such a stage is fantastic for our country, regardless of the match's outcome."
Bautista concluded his statements by emphasizing that reaching this stage is a significant achievement in itself, and that his players will enter the match with a high fighting spirit to present an honorable image of the Cape Verde national team against one of the strongest teams in the world, led by Lionel Messi.
In his full statement, Baptista said: "We are proud of what we have achieved so far. We have once again proven that we are a small country, but we fight to achieve what we aspire to. For us, nothing is impossible."
He continued: "Firstly, it is an honor for us to face Argentina, a country with which we have a historical relationship. Many people from Cape Verde migrated to Argentina a long time ago."
He continued: "We have the desire to present our style and identity, regardless of the opponent's identity. We will approach the match with determination and responsibility. We know that Argentina has the best players in the world, and that Lionel Messi is, for many, the best player in history."
The coach added that this encounter carries dimensions that go beyond just the sporting aspect, explaining: "Of course, a match like this is a source of pride and satisfaction for our team and the people of Cape Verde. From the start, we said that one of our goals is to introduce our country to the world, and facing Messi's Argentina at such a stage is fantastic for our country, regardless of the match's outcome."
Bautista concluded his statements by emphasizing that reaching this stage is a significant achievement in itself, and that his players will enter the match with a high fighting spirit to present an honorable image of the Cape Verde national team against one of the strongest teams in the world, led by Lionel Messi.
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