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Peru

10-18 10:00

0 - 2

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End 0-2

78′

M. Acuña

N. Tagliafico

78′

G. Lo Celso

R.D.Paul

78′

L. Martínez

J.Álvarez

74′

L. Advíncula

67′

S. Peña

F. Zanelatto

59′

L.Messi

45′

G. Pezzella

C. Romero

45′

R. Tapia

A. Santamaría

45′

M. Trauco

N. Loyola

45′

J.Grimaldo

A. Polo

45′

B. Reyna

P. Guerrero

Halftime 0-2

45′

Y. Yotún

42′

0-2

L.Messi

Assist: E.Fernández

34′

L. Quarta

G. Montiel

32′

0-1

L.Messi

Assist: N. González

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Match Info

World champions Argentina continued their perfect start to FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL qualifying with a professional 2-0 away victory over Peru at the Estadio Nacional in Lima on October 18, 2023. Lionel Messi, coming off the bench, scored both goals in the second half to break down a stubborn Peruvian defense and secure all three points for the Albiceleste. The match process saw Argentina dominate possession but initially struggle to find a breakthrough against a deep-lying Peruvian side, with the first half ending goalless. The introduction of Messi changed the dynamic, as he first finished a flowing team move and then doubled the lead with a trademark left-footed strike, showcasing his enduring decisive quality. The key incident was Messi's impactful substitution, which turned a tight contest into a comfortable victory and underscored his irreplaceable role in the team. The result solidified Argentina's position at the top of the qualification table, while Peru was left still searching for their first win of the campaign. Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni highlighted the difficulty of playing in Lima and the importance of patience, while Peru's manager lamented his side's inability to contain Messi in the critical moments.