Messi: "The missed penalty affected us. Am I fitter than in Qatar? I'm trying to be"

Lionel Messi, goalscorer in the game against Austria, commented after the 2-0 win in the mixed zone. "Well, the truth is that I missed the penalty and... and I was a little frustrated about it. Luckily we were able to turn things around and win in the end, which was important: the first goal, which was to win both games and qualify first. So... yeah, I'm happy."
"Was it a test of character? Yes, well, this team has nothing left to prove, right? Because they've been doing this for a very long time. People can talk and say what they want, but I think this team shows what they're made of by winning on the pitch: game after game, regardless of the opponent; we fight. And the truth is that the missed penalty affected us a little; we lost control of the game. Although they didn't create any clear chances, it seemed like they controlled the game, kept the ball close to our penalty area. We managed to get back into the game. It was a very intense, physically tough game because they were intense, fast and physical. We got the result that counted."
"Are you fitter than in Qatar? I always try to be in the best shape possible and I think the team continues to show a very, very high level. As I have always said and have said again and again,

Since I came here, the team is fighting, they are fighting really well. We can play better or worse, but there is no doubt that we will fight the same way in every game, regardless of the opponent. Always with respect for everyone and aware of the strength of the team and the group we have."