Argentine fans find faith again after Messi leads World Cup revival

In a frenzy: Fans of Argentina react while watching a live broadcast of their team’s match against Poland. Inset: Argentina supporters wave flags depicting portraits of football legend Diego Maradona (left) and Lionel Messi during the match.— AFP

ARGENTINES renewed their hopes in the country’s national football team after they defeated Poland 2-0 on Wednesday, booking a place for the team led by star Lionel Messi in the knockout stages of the World Cup.

A sense of euphoria was in the air in the country, particularly in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Palermo, where thousands of jubilant fans gathered to watch the match on a giant screen in the park.