Argentina changed their strategy immediately after the break, switching to a three-man defence after taking a one-goal lead in the first half. They scored their second goal as a result of the tactical switch as they caused Matt Ryan to make a terrible error. It was Julian Alvarez who profited from it. The Argentine became the third player to score a goal in consecutive World Cup matches for Argentina in the 21st century.
Everything appeared to be going smoothly until Goodwin’s long shot struck Argentine Enzo Fernandez and went directly into the goal to give Australia their first goal of the match.
The second half began with Argentina in attack mode, with Messi once again on the foray in the 50th minute. He shot from the edge of the box while falling over but lacked the power to burst through the goalkeeper.
The South American team built pressure on Australia by pressing forward and forcing them into making errors.
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