<p>For the first time since winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Argentina’s Lionel Messi opened up about his infamous celebration during his team’s clash against the Netherlands and what transpired after that. Claiming to regret his actions that were aimed&nbsp;towards the Dutch coach, Louis Van Gaal – who before the start of the match made some disrespectful comments about Messi, the Argentine star said it came out in the moment as he didn’t like what Van Gaal had said. In the quarterfinal clash between these two teams, Argentina walked outs as winners after winning on the penalties 4-3 following a 2-2 end during the regular time.</p>

<p>The most-talked about match at the World Cup saw 17 yellow cards getting issued. So much so that it made headlines for all wrong reasons instead of a great and exciting finish to a crunch game. While speaking with radio Urbana Play of Buenos Aires, the PSG forward said, “I don’t like what I did; I don't like what happened afterward. These are moments of a lot of tension, a lot of nerves. It is very quick and people react the way they react. Nothing was planned, it just happened.”</p>

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<p>After what all happened during the match including ugly confrontations between players from both sides and among players and coaches as well, Messi was also seen having a verbal altercation with the Netherlands striker Wout Weghorst after the game. The new Manchester United recruit also expressed disappointment over Messi’s behaviour.</p>

<p>Replying to that, Messi said, “I reacted that way. There had been many things with this player, moments of tension like these . . . I was at the mixed zone, it had just happened. I don't like to leave that image, but these things happen.”</p>

<p>The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner even said the match against the Netherlands was the worst they played in the tournament regardless of the result. “It was the worst match we played because of all the things involved in winning it or not."</p>

<p>After losing their first match against Saudi Arabia in a World Cup shocker, Messi’s Argentina defeated Poland and Mexico in the group stages to advance to the knockouts. Over there, they beat Australia and Netherlands and then knocked out last time finalists Croatia 3-0 in the semis. In the big final against the defending champions France, Argentina won the close contest on penalties 4-2. With this win, they clinched their third title, first since 1986.</p>


For the first time since winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Argentina’s Lionel Messi opened up about his infamous celebration during his team’s clash against the Netherlands and what transpired after that.

For the first time since winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Argentina’s Lionel Messi opened up about his infamous celebration during his team’s clash against the Netherlands and what transpired after that. Claiming to regret his actions that were aimed towards the Dutch coach, Louis Van Gaal – who before the start of the match made some disrespectful comments about Messi, the Argentine star said it came out in the moment as he didn’t like what Van Gaal had said. In the quarterfinal clash between these two teams, Argentina walked outs as winners after winning on the penalties 4-3 following a 2-2 end during the regular time. The most-talked about match at the World Cup saw 17 yellow cards getting issued. So much so that it made headlines for all wrong reasons instead of a great and exciting finish to a crunch game. While speaking with radio Urbana Play of Buenos Aires, the PSG forward said, “I don’t like what I did; I don't like what happened afterward. These are moments of a lot of tension, a lot of nerves. It is very quick and people react the way they react. Nothing was planned, it just happened.” ALSO READ: 'PSG front three don't defend': Opposition player taunts Messi, Neymar and Mbappe after 1-1 draw After what all happened during the match including ugly confrontations between players from both sides and among players and coaches as well, Messi was also seen having a verbal altercation with the Netherlands striker Wout Weghorst after the game. The new Manchester United recruit also expressed disappointment over Messi’s behaviour. Replying to that, Messi said, “I reacted that way. There had been many things with this player, moments of tension like these . . . I was at the mixed zone, it had just happened. I don't like to leave that image, but these things happen.” The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner even said the match against the Netherlands was the worst they played in the tournament regardless of the result. “It was the worst match we played because of all the things involved in winning it or not." After losing their first match against Saudi Arabia in a World Cup shocker, Messi’s Argentina defeated Poland and Mexico in the group stages to advance to the knockouts. Over there, they beat Australia and Netherlands and then knocked out last time finalists Croatia 3-0 in the semis. In the big final against the defending champions France, Argentina won the close contest on penalties 4-2. With this win, they clinched their third title, first since 1986.

Lionel Messi regrets confronting Netherlands camp during FIFA World Cup 2022 quarters

<p>The second quarterfinal match of the Qatar World Cup 2022 between the Netherlands and Argentina involved a lot of drama with players from both camps indulging in misconduct on the field. As a world record 17 yellow cards were given to the players and staff members across two dugouts, the matter garnered everyone’s attention including that of FIFA.</p>

<p>The football’s governing body has now opened disciplinary case against Argentina for its players’ disorder during the game that saw confrontations happening just after the Dutch equalised in the 100th minute. While charging the Argentina football federation, FIFA mentioned “order and security at matches” in its disciplinary code.</p>

<p>Other than regular heated exchanges that were happening during the game, things got tensed after the Argentina substitutes and coaches entered the field moments after the match moved to the extra-time. Even after the winner was determined courtesy of a penalty shoot-out, a few reports and videos emerged have suggested that&nbsp;verbal volleys happened inside the tunnel as well. Former Argentina forward Sergio Aguero and Netherlands’ striker Wout Weghorst were recorded confronting each other.</p>

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<p>While FIFA is likely to hand both teams a fine of 15,000 Swiss francs (US$16,000), Argentina is expected to get a heavier fine for a separate disorder charge. Earlier in the World Cup, Saudi Arabia was also charged twice with the same amount mentioned above for team misconduct.</p>

<p>While the Dutch are out of the World Cup, Argentina cruised through the semi finals where they will take on last time’s finalist Croatia on Tuesday night at the Lusail Stadium. Defending champions France will take on Morocco in the other semi final on Wednesday night at the Al Bayt Stadium.</p>

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The second quarterfinal match of the Qatar World Cup 2022 between the Netherlands and Argentina involved a lot of drama with players from both camps indulging in misconduct on the field.

The second quarterfinal match of the Qatar World Cup 2022 between the Netherlands and Argentina involved a lot of drama with players from both camps indulging in misconduct on the field. As a world record 17 yellow cards were given to the players and staff members across two dugouts, the matter garnered everyone’s attention including that of FIFA. The football’s governing body has now opened disciplinary case against Argentina for its players’ disorder during the game that saw confrontations happening just after the Dutch equalised in the 100th minute. While charging the Argentina football federation, FIFA mentioned “order and security at matches” in its disciplinary code. Other than regular heated exchanges that were happening during the game, things got tensed after the Argentina substitutes and coaches entered the field moments after the match moved to the extra-time. Even after the winner was determined courtesy of a penalty shoot-out, a few reports and videos emerged have suggested that verbal volleys happened inside the tunnel as well. Former Argentina forward Sergio Aguero and Netherlands’ striker Wout Weghorst were recorded confronting each other. Heated moment after the game between the Weghorst and the players pic.twitter.com/N6AxeKP3AK — All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) December 10, 2022 × ALSO READ: Sergio Aguero slams Netherlands' Wout Weghorst in a heated exchange after QF clash, asks him to SHUT UP! While FIFA is likely to hand both teams a fine of 15,000 Swiss francs (US$16,000), Argentina is expected to get a heavier fine for a separate disorder charge. Earlier in the World Cup, Saudi Arabia was also charged twice with the same amount mentioned above for team misconduct. While the Dutch are out of the World Cup, Argentina cruised through the semi finals where they will take on last time’s finalist Croatia on Tuesday night at the Lusail Stadium. Defending champions France will take on Morocco in the other semi final on Wednesday night at the Al Bayt Stadium. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

FIFA opens disciplinary cases against Argentina, Netherlands’ players for misconduct on field in QF clash

<p>The quarterfinal clash between the Netherlands and Argentina at the Lusail Stadium on Saturday night was no less than a full-fledged drama. Apart from some blissful passes, dominant game play and lovely-looking penalties, there were punches, kicks, fouls and 16 yellow cards been given.&nbsp;However, after the high-octane clash got over, a video emerged on the internet where the former Argentina striker Sergio Aguero was seen slamming Holland’s striker&nbsp;Wout Weghorst in a heated exchange. Aguero is further heard asking Wout to shut up!</p>

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<p>In this video, tension seems to be rising inside the tunnel when Wout, who was looking to shake hands with an Argentina player or an official, was confronted by the retired striker. It was then both Lisandro Martinez and Lautaro Martinez intervened and tried separating these two.</p>

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<p>The game that saw Argentina winning on penalties (4-3) involved many moments of unpleasing behaviour from players of both teams, that included Wout Weghorst and Lionel Messi too. Altercations between these two even continued after the final whistle was blown.</p>

<p>In a post match interview, Netherlands striker&nbsp;said, “I wanted to give him a hand after the football match. But he smashed my hand away and didn’t want to speak with me. My Spanish is not so good, but they were not respectful words. So it was really disappointing.” To which Messi replied, “I don’t like people talking before games. The 19th (Weghorst) came and started to provoke us, bump into us, tell us things. Their coach was not respectful to us either.”</p>

<p>Messi’s Argentina has cruised through the semis of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar with the win over the Netherlands, and will now face Croatia for a spot in the finals.</p>


The quarterfinal clash between the Netherlands and Argentina at the Lusail Stadium on Saturday night was no less than a full-fledged drama. Apart from some blissful passes, dominant game play and lovely-looking penalties, there were punches, kicks, fouls and 16 yellow cards been given.

The quarterfinal clash between the Netherlands and Argentina at the Lusail Stadium on Saturday night was no less than a full-fledged drama. Apart from some blissful passes, dominant game play and lovely-looking penalties, there were punches, kicks, fouls and 16 yellow cards been given. However, after the high-octane clash got over, a video emerged on the internet where the former Argentina striker Sergio Aguero was seen slamming Holland’s striker Wout Weghorst in a heated exchange. Aguero is further heard asking Wout to shut up! ALSO READ: Germany captain Manuel Neuer breaks leg while skiing, ruled out for remainder of Bundesliga season In this video, tension seems to be rising inside the tunnel when Wout, who was looking to shake hands with an Argentina player or an official, was confronted by the retired striker. It was then both Lisandro Martinez and Lautaro Martinez intervened and tried separating these two. Heated moment after the game between the Weghorst and the players pic.twitter.com/N6AxeKP3AK — All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) December 10, 2022 × The game that saw Argentina winning on penalties (4-3) involved many moments of unpleasing behaviour from players of both teams, that included Wout Weghorst and Lionel Messi too. Altercations between these two even continued after the final whistle was blown. In a post match interview, Netherlands striker said, “I wanted to give him a hand after the football match. But he smashed my hand away and didn’t want to speak with me. My Spanish is not so good, but they were not respectful words. So it was really disappointing.” To which Messi replied, “I don’t like people talking before games. The 19th (Weghorst) came and started to provoke us, bump into us, tell us things. Their coach was not respectful to us either.” Messi’s Argentina has cruised through the semis of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar with the win over the Netherlands, and will now face Croatia for a spot in the finals.

Sergio Aguero slams Netherlands' Wout Weghorst in a heated exchange after QF clash, asks him to SHUT UP!

Argentina will look forward to beat Netherlands in 90 minutes for the first time in the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Saturday, December 10.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina targets semi-final but Netherlands can surprise