Argentina are flying.
Julian Alvarez secured a brace against Croatia to make it 3-0 for Argentina in the 69th minute of their 2022 FIFA World Cup semifinal matchup.
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Lionel Messi was once again the maestro behind the play, taking Croatian center back Josko Gvardiol for a ride on the right-hand flank to set up the cut-back low cross for Alvarez to slot home.
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Alvarez and Messi have both played vital roles in the lead, as the former won a penalty in the 34th minute for the latter to put away. Then Alvarez scored his first of the game five minutes later on a multiple-deflection effort.
The play marked Alvarez's third goal of the tournament and Messi's third assist as La Albiceleste get one step closer to reaching the 2022 World Cup Final.
