Leo Messi scored the first goal of the World Cup knockout stage. He beats Maradona by goal numbers.
In his 1,000th game, Messi scored during the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Lionel Messi defeated Diego Maradona because of this. In terms of goals scored for Argentina during the World Cup, Lionel Messi has topped Diego Maradona. Maradona scored 8 goals in 21 matches. Messi has played 23 matches and scored 9 goals so far.
In the 35th minute of the match against Australia before the quarterfinals, Messi scored. This is his first World Cup knockout goal. Despite not scoring in the previous round, he had four assists. In all, Messi scored eight goals throughout the World Cup.
Messi scored in the 35th minute of the penultimate game against Australia before the quarterfinals. His first World Cup semifinal goal. He had four assists in the previous round despite not scoring. Messi scored eight goals in total during the World Cup.
Argentina opened the second half by scoring in the 57th minute, widening the deficit. While cutting the ball between De Paul and Alvarez, Matt Ryan was under pressure. After stealing the ball from him, Alvarez fired straight at the target. They are up 2-0. Australia’s suicide goal narrowed the margin.
Australia eventually started attempting to achieve parity. But it wasn’t a problem. The Argentine footballers spent the rest of the time easily freezing the defense. Messi had a terrific shot that may have led to another goal. However, the ball clears the bar. Messi also gave Lautaro Martinez a chance to score. But there was no goal.
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