Argentina 2-0 Austria
Lionel Messi scored both goals in a 2-0 win, and the second came right at the end to send Argentina to the top of Group J.
How the match went
This was the Lionel Messi show, and he made the difference once again.
The superstar forward opened the scoring in the 38th minute to put Argentina 1-0 up at the break.
Austria defended bravely and stayed in the game for a long time after that.
But Argentina kept pushing for the goal that would settle it for good.
Then Messi struck again right at the end in the 90+5th minute, to make it 2-0 and seal his second of the night.
Argentina, who had beaten Algeria 3-0 in their opener, move to 6 points and are now at the top of Group J.
Austria, who had beaten Jordan 3-1, stay on 3 points and are still fighting for second place.
Key moments
- ⚽ 38' Messi (Argentina)
- ⚽ 90+5' Messi (Argentina)
Goals in the order they were scored.
Match highlights
Watch on YouTube- Date
- Monday, June 22
- Kickoff Time
- 12:00 (Chicago time)
- Stage
- Group stage, Group J
- Stadium
- AT&T Stadium, Arlington
- Attendance
- 70,649
- Referee
- Amin Omar (Egypt)
What's next for Argentina?
Argentina are top of the group on 6 points and looking very strong.
They play Jordan on June 27 in their final group game.
They are already top and very likely through, so the pressure is off.
What's next for Austria?
Austria still have 3 points and are in the race for second place.
They play Algeria on June 27 in their final group game.
Both teams have 3 points, so it is a straight shootout for second place and to continue in the tournament.
Common questions
What was the final score of Argentina vs Austria?
Argentina won 2-0. They led 1-0 at half-time and added a second goal right at the end.
Who scored for Argentina against Austria?
Lionel Messi scored both goals. He opened in the 38th minute and added his second right at the end in the 90+5th minute.
What was the half-time score?
It was 1-0 to Argentina at half-time, with a Lionel Messi goal.
What does this win mean for Group J?
Argentina go top of Group J on 6 points and are very likely through. Austria and Algeria are both on 3 points, fighting for second, with Jordan bottom on 0.