Brilliant Lionel Messi wins glamour friendly in Doha
Lionel Messi’s superb stoppage time strike gave Argentina a 1-0 win over Brazil in Doha, as Qatar showcased their bid to host the 2022 World Cup.
Collecting an Ezequiel Lavezzi lay off, Barcelona forward Messi surged past four Brazilian players before sliding a shot into the far corner, earning Argentina a victory over their fierce South American rivals.
Earlier, most of the goalmouth action had come in the first half, when Messi saw a powerful effort from the edge of the penalty area clip the outside of the post, while Ronaldinho – back in the Brazilian squad – had a backheeled effort saved by Sergio Romero.
Brazil goalkeeper Victor denied Gonzalo Higuain with an impressive stop, but the match had appeared to be heading for a draw until Messi’s dramatic late intervention.
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