The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC January competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 9: Before national opener, heartless Argentine footballer interrupts Spanish greeting—with good reason?

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A clue to HOLMESIAN.
3 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Messi like construction.
2.Like the definition but the wordplay could be more concise
3.Poor definition, and wordplay is a bit too contrived and obscure.