'Words can't do him justice' - Luis Suarez pays tribute to Lionel Messi after seeing 'happy' Inter Miami team-mate light up 2026 World Cup with Argentina

Suarez celebrates historic achievement

Suarez has spoken of his immense pride regarding the spectacular form Messi has shown during the opening stages of the tournament. Messi secured his place at the absolute pinnacle of international football by

The clinical double took his overall tally to 18 World Cup goals, moving him two clear of former Germany striker

An absolute pleasure to watch

Suarez emphasised that the personal happiness of Messi is just as important as the historic records being broken on the pitch. "Words can't do him justice as a player or as a spectator," Suarez said of Messi. "For me, as a friend who knows him well, seeing him happy and enjoying the World Cup is the best thing ever."

The brilliant performances follow a stunning hat-trick against Algeria in a convincing 3-0 opening victory. Suarez added: "It's a pleasure to watch him play. I love it. To see him happy, to see him enjoying his World Cup with his national team, surrounded by people who support him and stand by him."

Squad rallies around Messi

The emotional weight behind the recent goals became apparent when

"We must never let him fall, especially right now," Martinez said. "Leo needs to be here enjoying himself." Martinez insisted that Messi stands entirely alone at the top of the sport. "There's no need to compare him," Martinez added. "He stands alone at the top. I'm at a loss for words -- I just feel an overwhelming sense of joy that he's here and that he's Argentinian. We have to appreciate it. There are no words -- all that's left is to enjoy him."

Golden boot and title dreams

Argentina have already secured top spot in their group and will face Jordan in their final group stage match. Having