Argentina beat Paraguay at the start of the road to the World Cup, with the dream comeback of Carlos Delfino

Argentina’s basketball team started its way to the 2023 World Cup to be held at headquarters divided between Japan, the Philippines and Indonesia, Che García’s team, who made his presentation as a coach, defeated Paraguay 93-67, in the crowded Sanitary Works stadium.

The national cast showed their new guidelines for a path that began on Friday night and that featured the return of Olympic champion Carlos Delfino. The last link in the Golden Generation, who returned to represent Argentina after five years, was a starter in the first meeting of Néstor García in command of the team.

Thus, the start of the road to the 2023 World Cup began with a smile and, although it did not have a good start, the santafesino was essential to make a difference in the second quarter and keep a safe distance during the rest of the game.

After a disjointed start, the 39-year-old guard returned to the pitch with seven minutes to go to halftime, with Paraguay just two points behind Argentina. That’s when the elegant Santa Fe shooter began to shine.

On every pitch, layup or assist of ten, the public applauded and even ended up applauding the greatest Argentine basketball legend in activity. An exciting recognition that moved the current Pesaro player from Italy.

“It is to cry. I am re happy. Not in the best of dreams did I think that I was going to put this shirt on again, that I was going to listen to that chorus. I have a present that I love in Italy, but I always look here to help. Being back is unique, “Delfino told TyC Sports channel after the game.

Statistically, the former NBA concluded the game as the top scorer and assistant of the match, with 21 goals and six goal passes, as well as four rebounds and a recovery in almost 26 minutes. Numbers that distinguish a superlative performance from one of the greatest talents to emerge from our lands.

This Saturday, against the same rival, but from 10:10 p.m., the Lancha and company will meet their audience again, in search of a second win that brings them even closer to qualifying for the second round of the 2023 World Cup qualifying tournament.