Di Maria's heartfelt message to teammates ahead of WC opener

Former Argentina national team star Angel Di Maria will no longer be on the field, but his love and passion for the country are still intact. The World Cup-winning winger gave an emotional message to his former teammates hours before Argentina's first match against Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Di Maria retired from international football after winning the 2024 Copa America. He was later given an official welcome at the historic Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires. This is the first time since that farewell that he is supporting Argentina from the gallery on the World Cup stage, which is a new experience for him.

In a post on social media, the star wrote, 'Today begins another new dream journey. With my hand on my heart, I just want to say, we are with you until the end of the world. I know what it feels like to be on the field, and now I know what it feels like to be there as a supporter. Your dream is the dream of every Argentine today. I love you all so much. Now win everything. Go Argentina!’

After Di Maria’s message was published, a wave of emotion rose among Argentine fans. Because his contribution to the national team’s greatest successes in recent times was outstanding. His historic goal against Brazil in the 2021 Copa America final, his great performance against Italy in the Finalissima and his important role against France in the 2022 Qatar World Cup final – all of them, he is considered one of the heroes of Argentina’s golden era.

Di Maria, who retired after winning multiple titles in the national team jersey, is no longer a player on the field, but a dedicated supporter. However, his trust, love and support for Lionel Scaloni’s team has not diminished even from afar – that became clear once again in his emotional message.