#212Career AssistLegendary
“At 0–0 in a Copa América semi-final against the United States, Messi threads an early killer pass that slices open the defence and springs Lavezzi free to break the deadlock, a trademark vision-soaked assist that pushes his season tally towards the 50-goal benchmark.”
Knockout Stage
Year2016
Copa América#10
2015/16'#26
2016#643
2016 Copa América Centenario · Semi-Final2016-06-21 · 20:00:00
0-4
United States
Argentina
1G2A
In the Copa América Centenario semifinal on U.S. soil, Messi took control of the host nation’s dream run and crushed it with one of his most commanding displays for Argentina. His outrageous long-range free kick, plus two incisive assists, not only sent Argentina to the final but also showcased him as the undisputed leader of the national team at a time when his international legacy was still being questioned.
Minute3'
Score
0-0→1-0
xG
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Impact
Winning Goal
Scorer: E. Lavezzi
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Winning GoalLast Minute
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Italy0–3
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