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November 21, 2024

Lautaro Martinez wrote his name into the history of Argentina as his goal against Peru allowed him to equal Diego Armando Maradona's 32 goals with the national team.

Martinez equals Maradona as fifth top scorer for Argentina

Martinez, who has 31 goals, is one goal away from equalling Maradona (32) in fifth place in the ranking of top scorers in Argentina's history, a list led by Lionel Messi (112).

Martinez's second half volley consolidated top spot for Argentina in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers as Lionel Messi-led Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 on Wednesday (IST).

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