Ecuador Goalkeeper Galindez Swaps Shirts with Neighbor Argentina’s Leo Messi
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Ecuador’s goalkeeper, Hernan Galindez, talked about why he traded jerseys with Lionel Messi after their World Cup qualifying game. Messi scored an amazing free-kick, helping Argentina win 1-0 against Ecuador in the 2026 World Cup qualifier. After the game, Galindez, who plays for Inter Miami, and Messi swapped their shirts.
Galindez explained that Messi was the first person to ever score a goal against him. They grew up as neighbors in Rosario, and when they were kids, they played soccer against each other. Galindez even said he has a DVD to prove that they played together. He also praised Messi’s hard work and sacrifice, leaving his home, friends, and school at just 12 years old to pursue his soccer dreams.
Despite scoring the important goal, Messi had to leave the game in the 89th minute due to an injury, as confirmed by Argentina’s coach, Lionel Scalone. It shows that even superstars like Messi can face challenges and setbacks in their careers.
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