Messi Reigns: Two Assists Send Argentina to World Cup Final
At 39, Lionel Messi silenced critics by setting up both goals in Argentina’s 2-1 win over England. He now sits as joint top scorer and second-highest assister at this World Cup. Messi’s two assists—one from a corner routine and another pinpoint cross—came after England had led through Anthony Gordon. He completed nine dribbles, four key passes and became the first player since 1966 to record nine dribbles and two assists in a single World Cup knockout match. As Argentina prepares to face Spain in the final, Messi stands on the verge of equalling his own record of goal involvements in consecutive matches and further solidifying his place among football’s all-time greats.
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