Goal #212

Argentina vs Chile (2011)

Lionel Messi scored the 212th goal of his career on October 7, 2011, playing for Argentina against Chile in Buenos Aires, in the 2014 World Cup qualifying. The goal put Argentina 2–0 up; the match finished 4–1.

It was his 18th goal for Argentina and his 1st against Chile.

It was his 43rd goal of 2011. From here he needed 788 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

October 7, 2011

Team

Argentina

Opponent

Chile

Competition

2014 World Cup qualifying

City

Buenos Aires

Score after the goal

2–0

Final score

4–1

Goal in the match

1 / 1