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Messi scores on a penalty as Argentina beats Iceland 3-0 in its final World Cup tune-up
- On Tuesday, Argentina defeated Iceland 3-0 at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, before a record crowd of 88,043 for a soccer match in the state.
- Following a hamstring overload on May 24 during an Inter Miami match, Messi underwent a conservative rehabilitation program and sat out Argentina's June 6 friendly against Honduras.
- Valentin Barco scored in the 8th minute to give Argentina an early lead; Messi entered as a substitute in the 70th minute and immediately influenced the match.
- Messi scored a penalty in the 72nd minute and set up Thiago Almada's goal via Rodrigo De Paul in the 85th, solidifying Argentina's tactical preparation for Algeria on June 16.
- With Kansas City serving as their 'home away from home' for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, head coach Lionel Scaloni is prioritizing squad momentum and fitness before the tournament begins.
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The captain of the Argentine team revealed the dialogue he had with a player from Iceland when the match ended
·Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Lionel Messi appears to be fit in time for the World Cup with Argentina. The 38-year-old star celebrated his return with a goal during a 3-0 friendly victory over Iceland in Auburn, USA.
·Amersfoort, Netherlands (Kingdom of the)
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"This guy doesn’t stop"- Fans heap praise on Lionel Messi as he scores just 45 seconds after coming on in Argentina's final FIFA World Cup warmup game
Fans reacted with awe as Lionel Messi scored within a minute of coming on for reigning FIFA World Cup champions Argentina in their 3-0 friendly win over Iceland at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alaba
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