Magical Messi helps Argentina to last 16
Tue 26 Jun 2018 World Cup-Group D
Nigeria 1 Argentina 2
Moses (51’ pen) Messi(14’), Rojo (86’)
Argentina were on the verge of an embarrassing exit , but Manchester United defender Rojo successfully converted Gabriel Mercado’s cross into the bottom corner. Lionel Messi earlier scored a brilliant opener which displayed all his talent and composure. Messi cut sharply right an surged in behind the defence, with the Sevilla midfielder picking him out with a terrific pass.
Javier Maschjerano’s error allowed Victor Moses to equalise with a penalty.
Argentina will face Group C winners France in the last 16 in Kazan on Saturday, while Group D winners Coratia who secured the top spot by beating Iceland 2-1 play Denmark.