#213Career AssistLegendary
“At 3–0 in a Copa América semi-final, Messi threads a late pass that slices open the tiring U.S. back line, springing Higuaín to seal a 4–0 rout and cap one of his most dominant tournament displays, adding career assist No. 213 and his 27th of the season.”
Knockout Stage
Year2016
Copa América#11
2015/16'#27
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.
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Score
3-0→4-0
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Impact
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Scorer: Gonzalo Higuaín
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