Last updated on .From the section FootballMessi captained Argentina to World Cup victory in DecemberLionel Messi became the all-time top scorer in South American World Cup qualifying with both goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru. He now has 31 goals in Conmebol World Cup qualifiers, surpassing Luis Suarez 29 for Uruguay. After winning the World Cup we are confident, very loose, more united and firm. Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni said: "The team has understood Messi for a long time. "Let's hope it's nothing serious," Brazil captain Casemiro told Globo television.

Source: BBC October 18, 2023 06:38 UTC