Mascherano: We were too nervous in the first half, and we can beat any opponent like we play like today

Club World Cup opening match Miami International drew 0-0 with Cairo Nationals. After the game, Mascherano talked about Miami International's performance and Messi.

Mascherano said: "I'm very happy with the team's performance, we performed better in the second half. We lost some balls in the first half and lost too many goals in the dangerous area. We created goals in the second half and controlled the game, we might have won the game, but that's football.

"We knew we were facing a strong team, and the players were too nervous and anxious in the first half, which affected our performance. We had a chance to win, and the team left a positive impression on people. That's the way forward, if we can all play like we are today, we can beat any opponent. ”

Messi participated in the Argentina national team a few days ago, but he still played 90 minutes in this Club World Cup. Mascherano said: "Messi's love for football is admirable. Although he has experienced many battles, Messi is still doing his best on the court. Of course we want to win, and the team's performance today made me very satisfied. ”

Miami International's opponent in the second round of the group stage is Porto, a veteran European team.