Lionel Messi was stuck in a dope test while Argentina teammates celebrated semi-final victory

Lionel Messi and his team progressed through to the final of the FIFA World Cup after beating Netherlands in a penalty shootout.

Following Argentina’s 4-2 victory over the Netherlands, captain Lionel Messi was stuck in a mandatory doping test while his Argentina teammates were celebrating their advancement to the final of the 2014 FIFA World Cup in the team’s locker room.

The Barcelona forward posted a photo of himself on Instagram as he waited for his test.

Translation: (provided by 101GreatGoals)

“I’ve been called for doping control and I can’t be enjoying the moment in the dressing room. I feel proud to be part of this team!

“Phenomenons every one of them! What a game they had. This is crazy. We’re in the final! Let’s enjoy this, a hug to all of Argentina, we have just one step left.”

Messi may have failed to score during the 120-minute of game play. However, he made sure his penalty counted as he scored the team’s first kick with ease.