Messi leads Argentina to WC QF, Australia KO'd
Lionel Messi spearheaded Argentina's charge to the World Cup quarterfinals after helping to secure a 2-1 victory against Australia on Saturday.
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- | Match ends, Argentina 2, Australia 1. | |
- | Match ends, Argentina 2, Australia 1. | |
90'+8' | Second Half ends, Argentina 2, Australia 1. |
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