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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.
May 17, 2023, 04:52 am - ESPN

Match Timeline

Argentina
Australia
  • KO
  • 15
  • 35
  • 38
  • HT
  • 50
  • 57
  • 58
  • 71
  • 72
  • 72
  • 77
  • 80
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Argentina 2, Australia 1.
90'+8'
Second Half ends, Argentina 2, Australia 1.
90'+7'
Attempt saved. Garang Kuol (Australia) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom right corner by Emiliano Martínez (Argentina). Assisted by Craig Goodwin.
Match Stats
ARGAUS
Possession
60.7%
39.360.7
39.3%
Shots on Goal
5
1
Shot Attempts
14
5
Yellow Cards
0
2
Corner Kicks
1
3
Saves
1
3