They defeated Ecuador 1-3 on Wednesday morning, securing his side a ticket to the prestigious tournament which will be held in Russia next summer.
However, it were the hosts who scored first through Romaria Ibarra in the first minute.
And after this, the show was all for Messi.
He scored to level in the 12’th minute after an Angel Di Maria assist and then netted his second in the 20’th minute, with Argentina going to the half time with a 2-1 lead.
Barcelona superstar completed his hattrick in the 62’nd minute, after Enzo Perez assist.
After this victory, Argentina qualify to the World Cup from the third spot, collecting 28 points from 18 matches.
Brazil lead the group with 42 points, followed by Uruguay with 31.
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When Argentina needed most, Lionel Messi took the responsibility and sent his side to the World Cup.
They defeated Ecuador 1-3 on Wednesday morning, securing his side a ticket to the prestigious tournament which will be held in Russia next summer.
However, it were the hosts who scored first through Romaria Ibarra in the first minute.
And after this, the show was all for Messi.
He scored to level in the 12’th minute after an Angel Di Maria assist and then netted his second in the 20’th minute, with Argentina going to the half time with a 2-1 lead.
Barcelona superstar completed his hattrick in the 62’nd minute, after Enzo Perez assist.
After this victory, Argentina qualify to the World Cup from the third spot, collecting 28 points from 18 matches.
Brazil lead the group with 42 points, followed by Uruguay with 31.
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