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World Cup Qualifying - South America | Group Stage
Oct 11, 2017 at 12.30am UK
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Paulo Dybala: 'I'm lucky to see Lionel Messi up close'
Argentine forward Paulo Dybala describes himself as "lucky" to be able to see Lionel Messi up close.
Oct 11, 17:31
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Argentina star Lionel Messi: 'Everything went perfectly for us'
Argentina hat-trick hero Lionel Messi says that "everything went perfectly" in a dramatic win over Ecuador, which resulted in qualification for the 2018 World Cup.
Oct 11, 11:46
The Match
Match Report
Lionel Messi scores a hat-trick to fire Argentina to the World Cup courtesy of a crucial 3-1 win over Ecuador.
Head to Head
Apr 1, 2015 1am
International Friendlies
Argentina
2-1
Ecuador
Nov 16, 2013 1am
Form Guide