Messi leads Argentina, beats Mexico in World Cup

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Lusail, Qatar — Lionel Messi came up with another key goal for Argentina as they beat Mexico 2-0 on Saturday to ignite the team’s World Cup chances.

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Messi touched Angel Di Maria’s pass in the 64th minute and fired a low shot from 25 meters (yards) into the bottom corner.

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He stretched out his arms and ran towards the Argentine fans before being pummeled by jubilant teammates. He looked emotional, grabbing and shaking his jersey before kissing the crowd.

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Substitute Enzo Fernandez added a second goal in the 87th minute.

Argentina bounced back from a shocking 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in their opening match. The team is second in Group C ahead of Wednesday’s final match against Poland.

Messi, 35, is likely playing in his last World Cup, the only major title missing from his collection.