Messi scores twice as Argentina secures knockout spot with 2-0 win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Argentina clinched a place in the knockout stage of World Cup 2026 with a 2-0 victory over Austria on June 22 in Dallas. Lionel Messi made headlines by scoring both goals, bringing his total to 18 World Cup goals, the highest in history. Despite missing an early penalty, Messi's performance solidified Argentina's dominance in the match. The team now prepares for its final group game against Jordan, where they plan to rest key players. However, concerns remain about Cristian Romero's knee injury ahead of the knockout rounds.
- •Argentina wins 2-0 against Austria in World Cup 2026.
- •Lionel Messi scores both goals, setting World Cup scoring record.
- •Match took place in Dallas on June 22.
- •Argentina prepares for final group match against Jordan.
- •Cristian Romero's knee injury is a concern for the team.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina 2-0 Austria, World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi makes history (again) as Albiceleste seal Round of 32 spot
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