Lionel Messi accused Uruguay of lacking respect after Argentina were downed by Darwin Nunez and co in a crucial World Cup qualifier.
The world champions had not lost or even conceded a goal since lifting the World Cup trophy in Qatar
Argentina succumbed to a surprise 2-0 defeat courtesy of goals from Ronald Araujo and Nunez
Nunez scored following a fine run in the 87th minute to put the game beyond doubt.
The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner hit out at his opponents on social media after the final whistle.
Messi
"I prefer not to say what I think about some gestures. But these young people have to learn to respect from their elders. This game was always intense and hard but always with a lot of respect. They have to learn a little bit.”
Nunez's contribution against the world champions sees him maintain his excellent recent form.
The striker, 24, has plundered seven goals and laid on six assists in all competitions for Liverpool so far this term after enduring a challenging maiden campaign at Anfield.
Jurgen Klopp admitted earlier this month that Nunez was finally beginning to show what he is really capable of
Klopp
“It’s the riddle of the life of a striker. You have a few goals already and it makes it easier. He always will miss chances but if you miss the first five before you score it doesn’t feel great."
"Now he has had a good start to the season and he has scored fantastic goals, different goals, all kinds of goals. He’s in a different moment.”
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