Kempes: Argentina's True Core Beyond Messi is the Victory Code

Kempes stated that Argentina's strength is not only due to Messi, but also the continuity of Scaloni's system and the team's maturity. After winning the title, they still maintain their desire to win. Messi, nearly 39 years old, remains outstanding, referred to as being in a "second youth," but the World Cup is not a one-man show; it's about the collective and leadership, inspiring teammates through action. Scaloni unites players from multiple generations, with no internal issues, akin to Menotti. Comparing to his own 1978 title win at age 22, Kempes noted that playing at 39 is challenging, but Messi is good at managing his energy. He warned against complacency to avoid a repeat of the lesson from the loss to Saudi Arabia.