Messi scores twice in sixth World Cup opener, 200th Argentina cap
Short overview
Lionel Messi scored a brace in his sixth World Cup opening match, which also marked his 200th appearance for Argentina.
Lionel Messi scored two goals in his sixth World Cup opening game, a match that also marked his 200th appearance for the Argentina national team.
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