Lionel Messi’s Argentina returned to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup last night. The captain set the match on fire with a spectacular free kick, which ended up being the only goal of the match.
While in Europe we are preparing for Euro 2024, in America the qualification for the 2026 World Cup is starting. The defending champions begin their journey by facing Ecuador and will take on Bolivia on September 12.
In a match dominated by the Albiceleste for long periods, it was Messi who came to his team’s rescue. The new Inter Miami recruit has been in great form recently with eleven goals in all competitions.
Find the latest trending stories, transfer rumors and latest news
The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner led Argentina to a spectacular victory (1–0), curling to his left and scoring a brilliant free kick thus deceiving Hernán Galíndez.
Who else besides him? In a close duel against Ecuador, Lionel Messi broke the deadlock for Argentina with a spectacular free kick! The world champions advance to the next World Cup after winning their first qualifying match. pic.twitter.com/DFnHz6fo1B
– Team (@lequipe) 8 September 2023
With this goal, Messi equaled the record of his friend and former teammate Luis Suarez. Both players now have a total of 29 goals in the playoffs.
With just weeks to go before D1 Arkema resumes, Sonia Bompastor has big ambitions for the upcoming season of OL. Between her goals, the evolution of women’s football and her dream XI, the Lyon coach talks exclusively for 90 minutes!Subscribe to our Youtube Channel!