Lionel Messi produced an outstanding performance in Argentina’s 2-0 win in Peru in their 2026 World Cup South American qualifier.

Lionel Messi, two goals and a great stage in Peru – Argentina 0-2

On his return from injury, Messi scored on 32, 42 and 57 minutes, the latter being disallowed for offside.

In addition to his impressive successes, Leo also stood out due to a phase in which he made fun of two opponents.

The result of the match Peru – Argentina

Lionel Messi’s goals can be seen at 03:00 and 05:00.

Argentina’s national team is improving – a quiet December for Lionel Messi

Messi (31 goals) surpassed the Uruguayan Luis Suarez (29) and became the best scorer in the history of World Cup qualifiers in South America. Leo talked about how good this Argentinian team is and what he will be doing next season.

“This team just keeps getting better and better. The Barcelona I played for was the best ever, wasn’t it? But this team is getting close to it.

We won the Copa America and the World Cup, and that says a lot. We have great players. It doesn’t matter who we play against, we have a very distinct game that we identify with. I hope we will continue in the same direction.

I will train and play the last match with Inter Miami, then I will be ready for the matches with Uruguay and Brazil. Then I will enjoy a long vacation in Argentina.

This is the first time in my career that I will have a quiet December when I can spend the holidays at home, out of town, with my family. Then from January I will return to the USA and we will resume training” – Lionel Messi.

World Cup 2026, qualification South America

1. Argentina (goal difference 7-0) 12 points

2. Uruguay (8-5) 7

3. Brazil (7-4) 7

4. Venezuela (5-2) 7

5. Colombia (3-2) 6

6. Ecuador (4-3) 4

7. Paraguay (1-2) 4

8. Chile (3-6) 4

9. Peru (0-5) 1

10. Bolivia (2-11) 0.

*The first six places will receive direct qualification for the World Cup 2026, and the seventh will play in the playoffs.