Scaloni hails Messi's committed display in 2-0 win over Austria

Argentina secured an important Group J victory as Lionel Messi scored twice in a 2-0 win at Dallas Stadium. Lionel Scaloni singled out Messi's defensive work in the build-up to the opening goal, saying the captain's willingness to fight for the team continues to set the standard.

Ralf Rangnick's side tried to disrupt the Albiceleste with an aggressive, physical approach, but Argentina found a way through and kept their momentum in the tournament. Scaloni underlined Messi's influence on the squad, saying, "When Leo gets going, everyone gets going, and that's a credit to the team.

Even when the team was struggling, he worked hard, he won the ball back for the goal, he was committed. That's what he generates, it's impressive. I don't know what else to say, and I don't know if it's enough." The coach warned the performance was not flawless, likening Austria's test to their match with Algeria and noting there were things to correct while conceding that winning makes everything easier.

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