We count on a genius like Messi: Sabella

Belo Horizonte, June 22 (IANS/EFE) Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella could not contain his happiness when Lionel Messi scored the winning goal against Iran in the injury time securing their place in the World Cup round of 16.

"We can count on a genius like Messi, who every manager would love to have and fortunately for us, he is Argentine. When you have Messi, anything is possible," said Sabella, according to news reports, reports EFE.

The 59-year-old boss also hailed the rest of the team, noting that Sunday's victory was for everyone, whom he thanked and appreciated.

Argentina top Group F with six points followed by Nigeria and Iran, leaving Bosnia at the bottom with zero points.

--IANS/EFE

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