Match Report
Argentina beat Nicaragua 5-1 at home in the Friendly International, Friendlies 1. Their only previous encounter (since 2019) was won by Argentina. Argentina's goals came from Lionel Messi (38'), Lionel Messi (37'), Lautaro Martínez (63'), Lautaro Martínez (73'), Roberto Pereyra (81'); Nicaragua scored through J. Barrera (90'). Match stats: possession 67%-33%, shots 17-4, on target 9-1, corners 9-2. See the full match report, player ratings and detailed statistics above.
Goal scorers
Argentina: Lionel Messi (38'), Lionel Messi (37'), Lautaro Martínez (63'), Lautaro Martínez (73'), Roberto Pereyra (81') · Nicaragua: J. Barrera (90')
Key stats
Possession: Argentina 67% · Nicaragua 33% · Total shots: 17-4 · On target: 9-1 · Corners: 9-2