Argentina have beaten Australia 2-1 in the 2022 World Cup round of 16.
They will play the Netherlands in the next round.
Lionel Messi opening the scoring in his 1,000th career game and Julian Alvarez added the second.
Australia pulled one back when Craig Goodwin’s shot looped in off Enzo Fernandez’s arm, but Argentina held out to progress.
Messi on the impact Argentina’s supporters have on matches: “These are amazing feelings, we’re really happy to share these beautiful moments, these happy moments.
“I know the effort the fans are making to be here in every match, I know the whole of Argentina would like to be here but it’s not possible.
“The bond we have is something beautiful, that’s how it should be. It’s unbelievable how they live every single match, their passion, their energy, their joy, we’re very thankful.
“It’s unbelievable.”
