Lionel Messi and Argentina overcame their biggest hurdle in Egypt in one of the most dramatic fashions. Registering a 3-2 after coming back from a two-goal deficit, it was Lionel Messi who led the charge for Argentina, helping them register a brilliant victory.
The two sides met at the Atlanta Stadium on July 7th, and while many anticipated Argentina to dominate and roll Egypt in the game, however, Mohamed Salahโs Egypt put forth an exceptional performance in the game.ย Yasser Ibrahim opened the scoring in the 15th minute. Furthermore, Egypt rubbed salt into the wounds as Mostafa Ziko scored the second goal of the game in the 67th minute.ย
With Egypt leading by two goals, it was Lionel Messiโs brilliance that propelled Argentina back into the game. Providing an assist for Argentinaโs first goal, and scoring the second goal, Messi equalised for the defending champions within minutes.
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