Argentina earned a big 2-0 win over Austria, giving the team its second victory in Group J. They look solid early on in the World Cup, as Lionel Messi has been a man possessed throughout the tournament. He was the Man of the Match on Monday, as Messi recorded both goals for Argentina.
Thanks to Messi’s brilliant play, Argentina has clinched its spot in the knockout stage, according to ESPN. The 38-year-old striker recorded his first goal at 35′, then clinched the win with a goal scored at 90+5′.
A LEO MESSI BRACE KEEPS ARGENTINA WINNING AT THE WORLD CUP
They top Group J and advance to the KO stage
pic.twitter.com/Q4G3Uir4ut
— ESPN (@espn) June 22, 2026
This story is currently developing, and more information will be published soon.
The post Messi scores twice, leads Argentina to win World Cup win over Austria appeared first on ClutchPoints.
