Lionel Messi might not be part of the squad for this window but that has not been a problem for Argentina so far. The 2021 Copa America winners have first defeated ChilebeforeLautaro Martinezscored again to help them beatColombia.
Lionel Scaloni‘s men got off to an aggressive start to the game as the visitors dropped back, hoping to resist the opponents’ strength. And it didn’t take long for La Albiceleste to find the opening goal.
29 minutes into the first half, the Inter Milan striker put the ball in the back of the net to send the home crowd wild as Argentina picked up another victory in the South American World Cup Qualifiers.
Watch: Lautaro Martinez puts Argentina in front against Colombia
Marcos Acuña‘s cross found Lautaro in the box and the forwardhad no mercy against Colombia goalkeeper Camilo Vargas. Here, check out the video of his goal that hasgiven Argentina the lead over Colombia.
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