Argentina has the last word for Raphinha: The strategic move that will shut him upp

Ahead of the Superclásico between Argentina and Brazil, Raphinha, Barcelona forward, decided to stir up the atmosphere with bold statements. In a conversation with Romário, the Brazilian attacker made a decisive remark: "We're going to give them a beating." But that wasn't all. Raphinha also promised that he would score a goal in the match, intensifying the already heated rivalry between the two teams.

Argentina's Stance: Silence and Preparation

In response to these provocations, Argentina has opted to remain calm and avoid engaging in verbal exchanges. Instead of falling into the trap of inflammatory remarks, the Argentine squad has focused on what matters most: preparing for the match. They know that the best answer to Raphinha's words, and those of other Brazilian players, will be delivered on the pitch.

This strategy is nothing new for the Albiceleste. Over the past years, Lionel Scaloni's team has shown that their strength lies not in words but in results. In the days leading up to the game, the players have been seen with intense concentration, ready to give their all on the field and show why they are the World Cup champions.

AFA's Plan for the Superclásico

While the Argentine team has chosen silence in response to the words, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) has its own plan for the Superclásico. Before the match kicks off at the Monumental stadium, a symbolic gesture is expected to be made, one that will surely capture attention: displaying the World Cup trophy in front of the Brazilian players.

The AFA's intention is clear: instead of engaging in provocations, they will proudly showcase the trophy won in Qatar 2022, serving as a reminder of Argentina's supremacy in world football. This gesture won't be verbal but one that speaks for itself, clearly demonstrating that, when it comes to the most important tournament of all, Brazil has been surpassed by Argentina.

What to Expect from the Superclásico

As always, the encounter between Argentina and Brazil promises to be one of the most exciting and hard-fought matches of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. With the pressure from Raphinha's provocations and Argentina's calm yet strong response, it's clear that the rivalry will be taken to the next level.

In these types of games, the tension is always high. Argentina enters the match with a great deal of confidence after their World Cup victory, while Brazil will be eager to prove they are still one of the continent's most powerful teams. However, beyond the words, what truly matters is what happens on the pitch, where both teams are preparing for a fierce battle.

Argentina's response is clear: it will come on the field, with the World Cup trophy as a witness and a goal in sight.