New Delhi. Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup match played in Dallas and confirmed its place in the knockout stage. The biggest attraction in this match was Lionel Messi who created history by scoring two goals. With this performance, Lionel Messi made the record of scoring most goals in World Cup history.
Argentina got a penalty chance at the beginning of the match. Lautaro Martínez was fouled inside the box. There was hope in the entire stadium that Messi would convert this opportunity into a goal but his kick went out of the goal post. After this mistake, the atmosphere of the match changed for a few moments and the Austrian team got relief.
However, Messi’s game became more dangerous from here. He took the ball on the edge of the box just before the end of the first half and fired the ball over the goalkeeper and into the net with excellent control. This goal was not only beautiful but also historic because with this he took the record of most goals in the World Cup.
The Argentine team showed strong balance in this match. The team maintained pressure on Austria with continuous passing and fast movement in the midfield. Austria also made some offensive attempts but Argentina’s defense and goalkeeper did not allow them to succeed.
Austria tried to make a comeback in the second half. He challenged Argentina’s defense with free kicks and sharp counter attacks. But captain Messi continued to lead the team forward and maintained control over the match.
Messi also scored his second goal in stoppage time. This time he sent the ball towards the goal by dribbling inside from the right side. His teammate Julian Alvarez could not complete the first shot but the ball rebounded and Messi immediately took advantage of the opportunity and put it in the net. This was his second goal in this tournament and also his 18th goal overall in the World Cup.
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As soon as the match ended, the spectators present in the stadium raised slogans in Messi’s name. This was Argentina’s second consecutive win, which helped the team enter the knockouts without any defeat. After this performance, the team is being considered among the strongest contenders of the tournament.
Argentina will now play its next group match against Jordan on June 27. The team aims to defend the title by moving forward with consecutive wins.
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