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In a moment of magic, Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martinez combined to fire Argentia to 1-0 win over Peru in a world cup qualifier.
Lautaro Martinez scored the only goal of the contest. (AP Photo)
Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 in their South America World Cup qualifier match on Tuesday thanks to a stunning volley from Lautaro Martinez in the second half. Lionel Messi played a vital role as he provided the cross into the penalty area following which Martinez leapt into air and fired a left-footed volley past Peru’s goalkeeper Pedro Gallese.
Argentina, the current world champions, have now won eight of their 12 matches of the qualifying round. With 25 points, they currently lead the table – five points ahead of Uruguay.
However, it was a far from ideal performance from Argentina as they struggled to create chances. However, in the 55th minute, Messi delivered a cross from the left which Martinez capitalised in a stunning fashion.
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Montevideo, Uruguay