#296Career GoalNotable
“At 0–0 against Chile, Messi darts between the lines to meet Gago’s pass and, with his body leaning slightly away from goal, threads a composed left-foot finish into the corner to break the deadlock, adding World Cup Qualifier strike number 11 to his tally.”
Left Foot
Year2012
WCQ#11
2012/13'#17
Body PartLeft Foot
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2012#415
WCQ2012-10-16 · 21:05:00
Chile1-2
Argentina1G
Extending his strong scoring run in a gruelling CONMEBOL campaign, Messi strikes first away to Chile to put Argentina in control of a key World Cup qualifier and underline his role as the focal point of a peak‑years Albiceleste side.
Minute28'
Score
0-0→0-1
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Assist: Fernando Gago
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