Argentina world cup breaking news
I'm happy to provide you with the latest news on Argentina's World Cup journey! Here are some recent updates:
Breaking News:
- Argentina has qualified for the Round of 16 in the 2022 FIFA World Cup after defeating Poland 2-0 in their final group stage match.
- Lionel Messi scored his 11th World Cup goal, moving him into a tie with Gabriel Batistuta for the most goals scored by an Argentine player in the tournament.
- Argentina will face Australia in the Round of 16 on Saturday, December 3, at the Al Thakira Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar.
Recent Updates:
- Argentina's 2-0 win over Poland was their second consecutive shutout in the tournament, following a 2-0 victory over Mexico in their opening match.
- Messi's goal against Poland was his first in the World Cup since 2018, and it marked his 20th goal in the tournament.
- Argentina's coach, Lionel Scaloni, praised his team's performance, saying, "We're very happy with the way we played. We dominated the game and created many chances."
- The Argentine team has been boosted by the return of midfielder Enzo Fernández, who missed the Mexico match due to injury.
Upcoming Match:
- Argentina will face Australia in the Round of 16 on Saturday, December 3, at the Al Thakira Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar. The match is scheduled to kick off at 10:00 AM local time (3:00 AM EST).
What's Next:
- A win against Australia would send Argentina to the quarterfinals, where they would face either the Netherlands or the United States.
- Argentina's World Cup campaign has been marked by controversy, with several players, including Messi, criticizing the refereeing decisions in their matches.
- The team's next match will be a crucial one, as they look to advance to the latter stages of the tournament.
Stay tuned for more updates on Argentina's World Cup journey!