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Africa-Press – Mozambique. <\/strong><\/span>Lionel Messi said Argentina had taken \u201cone more step\u201d toward their goal of World Cup glory by overcoming Australia in a dramatic round of 16 clash here on Saturday.<\/p>\n

Messi sent Argentina on course for victory with a first-half strike, and Julian Alvarez doubled the lead before Craig Goodwin\u2019s shot deflected in off Enzo Fernandez, ensuring a dramatic conclusion at Ahmad bin Ali stadium.<\/p>\n

Messi\u2019s goal, which came in his 1000th game for club and country, marked the first time he has scored in a World Cup knockout match.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne more target has been reached. We are one step closer to our objective,\u201d Messi told a news conference.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a tough game, we knew it was going to be like that. We didn\u2019t have much time to rest and we were worried about that. We knew it was going to be a tough game. They are physically very strong. We were able to get the advantage and then it got complicated. We suffered a bit at the end but it\u2019s the World Cup. All games are difficult.\u201d<\/p>\n

Messi paid tribute to the tens of thousands of Argentine fans at the stadium, many of whom sang and chanted throughout the 90 minutes. Argentina\u2019s players made a point of applauding them on the pitch after the final whistle.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was beautiful to be with them,\u201d the 35-year-old forward said. \u201cI think all of Argentina would like to be here, but obviously that can\u2019t happen.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are always thrilled to play in front of these fans and it\u2019s great to have their support every match, to feel their joy and passion.\u201d<\/p>\n

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