Argentina defeated Australia thanks to Messi's goal-scoring record

Lionel Messi set yet another personal best as Argentina defeated Australia. Argentina captain Lionel Messi demonstrated that despite leaving Europe for the MLS, he has no plans to slow down, surpassing a personal milestone as the World Champions strolled to a 2-0 friendly win over Australia. Messi scored the Albiceleste's first goal inside two minutes, the fastest goal of his illustrious career in both the international and club worlds. Argentina won 2-0 despite fielding a rather poor lineup and giving Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho his debut, due to a second goal from Real Betis midfielder German Pezzella.