Lionel Messi was on top of his game vs Australia in their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash.
Messi scored Argentina’s first goal.
While he scored just one goal, he was very active and made life hard for the Aussies.
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It was his 789th goal in his 1000th career appearance but his first in FIFA World Cup knockouts.
Messi now has 9 FIFA World Cup goals, more than Diego Maradona.
During the post-match interview, Messi was shown a video clip where his family was seen celebrating his goal.
Messi watching his family react to his goal vs Australia is the best thing you’ll see today pic.twitter.com/tinvlV71X0
— R 🇦🇷 (@Lionel30i) December 3, 2022
Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, and their 3 kids – Thiago, Mateo and Ciro were at the game.
Messi smiled and his reaction was priceless.
Argentina next face Netherlands in the quarters.
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