Lautaro: What We Achieved Is Unforgettable, Messi Deserves It All

Lautaro Martinez, Argentina's forward, stated that the thrilling win over Egypt and qualification for the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup will remain a memorable match for both players and fans.

After the match, Lautaro said: "It was an extremely tough game, and what we achieved tonight is something I haven't seen in a long time."

He added: "When I saw Leo Messi crying on the pitch, I told him that I cried too, because he deserves everything he is achieving with this team."

The "Tango" striker concluded his remarks by saying: "This is a match that will be remembered for a long time, as the team showed great character and fought until the last moments to secure the win."

Argentina will face the winner of the Switzerland vs. Colombia match in the quarter-finals.