Goal #32 vs Mexico · 2007-07-12

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“In the Copa América semi-final against Mexico, Messi doubles Argentina’s lead to all but book their place in the final, an early statement of his emerging role as the national team’s talisman and his second goal of the tournament.”

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Year2007

Copa América#2

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2007 Copa América · Semi-Final2007-07-12 · 20:50:00

0-3

Mexico

Argentina

In the Copa América semifinal against a strong Mexico side, Messi delivered one of his first truly iconic Argentina goals with a delicate chip that sealed a 3–0 win. It was a breakout night where, playing alongside Riquelme, he showed he could decide knockout games for his country on a major continental stage.

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