Lionel Messi expressed frustration about the pitch conditions after Argentina's draw, stating, "It was very difficult, it makes for very ugly matches." He highlighted how the waterlogged field affected their play.
Team-mate Rodrigo De Paul echoed Messi's sentiments, noting that the poor field conditions meant, "In this case, we couldn't play football," reflecting the struggles both teams faced during the match.
Messi acknowledged the tactical changes necessitated by the pitch, explaining that Argentina struggled to execute their preferred style. He said, "We tied because the field didn't help us do what we wanted."
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