Argentina's Lionel Messi reacts after his team conceded a goal against Paraguay in World Cup qualifying.
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Messi held in check as Paraguay shock Argentina

A stunning bicycle kick from Antonio Sanabria and a second-half header from Omar Alderete gave Paraguay a well earned 2-1 home win over Argentina in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Thursday.
Nov 14, 2024, 08:57 pm - Reuters

Match Timeline

Paraguay
Argentina
  • KO
  • 11
  • 19
  • 33
  • HT
  • 45
  • 47
  • 49
  • 64
  • 72
  • 77
  • 78
  • 81
  • 82
  • 82
  • 86
  • 90
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Paraguay 2, Argentina 1.
90'+6'
Second Half ends, Paraguay 2, Argentina 1.
90'+5'
Attempt missed. Valentín Castellanos (Argentina) header from the centre of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Rodrigo De Paul.
Match Stats
PARARG
Possession
23.2%
76.823.2
76.8%
Shots on Goal
2
1
Shot Attempts
8
9
Yellow Cards
3
1
Corner Kicks
6
2
Saves
0
0