Starting the match with an 11-meter penalty, L. Messi recovered: after a 'double' Argentina defeated Austria.

2026-06-22 22:01 © ZUMAPRESS.com

Lionel Messi played yet another great match in his last World Cup.

Argentina defeated Austria 2:0 and moved closer to first place in the group.

At the start of the match, a penalty was awarded to Austria, but Lionel Messi, standing at the mark, missed the goal.

However, Argentina's star scored a precise shot in the 38th minute, putting the world champions ahead.

In the second half, the game was even, but the Austrians struggled to create chances. During added time, a tenacious Messi completed his "double".

If Jordan does not defeat Algeria, Argentina will secure first place in Group J.