Topics: Marcos Rojo, Kylian Mbappe, France, Argentina, FIFA World Cup
The Argentine defender quickly became the punchline of several jokes after bringing down Mbappe in the box.

Argentina’s clash with France was also going to be a tricky affair for the South Americans. After a rough spell in the group stage, La Albiceleste had to face one of the tournament’s favorites in the round of 16.

With Les Bleus boasting quick and deadly attackers in the form of Griezmann and Mbappe, Sampaoli’s shaky defense was always going to be in danger. And it didn’t take too quick for Rojo and Co. to be torn apart.

Early on in the first half, Mbappe took advantage of a poorly controlled ball from Banega and launched a lethal counter-attack. After running past a few Argentine players, the PSG ace was brought down in the box by none other than Rojo.

Deschamps’ men were thus awarded a spot kick which Griezmann converted with ease to give the European giant an early lead. The Argentine who gifted France this goal quickly became public enemy number one.

Many took to Twitter to express their disappointment in the Man United man for his unnecessary challenge that left his nation trailing. Check out the best tweets.

Argentina managed to grab an equalizer shortly before the break. Di Maria scored an amazing goal from outside the box to make things 1-1.