#878Career GoalLegendary
“Against Venezuela in a high-stakes World Cup qualifier, Messi breaks the deadlock for reigning champions Argentina after Julián Álvarez’s assist, underlining his late-career leadership as he moves to 35 goals in World Cup qualifiers and career strike number 878.”
Year2025
WCQ#35
2025#28
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WCQ2025-09-04 · 20:30:00
3-0
Argentina
Venezuela
2G
A late-career qualifying brace from 38-year-old Messi settles Argentina’s response to a previous defeat, as he dominates Venezuela for 90 minutes and drags the world champions back on track in their 2026 World Cup campaign.
Minute39'
Score
0-0→1-0
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Winning Goal
Assist: J. Álvarez
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