Lionel Messi scored as Argentina claimed a 3-0 victory against Croatia to qualify for the FIFA World Cup final 2022, MySportDab reports.
First Half Report
The first half of the game had a lot coming from the Argentines who managed to make sure the job was done under 45 minutes played.
Croatia started well in the game which saw them going on the offense and also doing everything in their power to make something good happen very early.
Argentina had the opportunity as a questionable penalty was awarded to them which saw two Croatians booked in the process before Lionel Messi made it 1-0 in the 34th minute from the spot.
The game continued with another goal coming from Julian Alvarez in the 39th minute of the game which saw things turning the other way in favour of the Argentines who were cruising 2-0.
The first half ended with Argentina taking a 2-0 advantage into the break against Croatia who were left dry and questioning the decision to award a penalty in the game.
Second Half Report
The second half resumed with a lot more coming from both sides who came in looking to secure a job that was already going on in the first 45 minutes.
Argentina held on to their advantage as the game Carried on with a lot more happening which their only plan was to make sure they kill off time as much a possible.
Croatia had their opportunities but it was all resulting to nothing useful as the game entered the one hour mark which the scoreline was still against them 2-0 as it progressed.
Lionel Messi orchestrated another masterclass in assist which saw him setup Manchester City Julian Alvarez who was able to make it 3-0 in the 69th minute of the game.
The match carried on forward with nothing more coming from both teams until the match ended with Argentina booking a place in Qatar 2022 final after beating Croatia 3-0.
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