Goal #26

Argentina vs Algeria (2007)

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Lionel Messi scored the 26th goal of his career on June 5, 2007, playing for Argentina against Algeria in Barcelona, in the Friendly. The goal put Argentina 4–2 up; the match finished 4–3.

It was his 4th goal for Argentina and his 2nd against Algeria. He scored 2 that day and this was the 2nd.

It was his 11th goal of 2007. From here he needed 974 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date: June 5, 2007
Team: Argentina
Opponent: Algeria
Competition: Friendly
City: Barcelona
Score after the goal: 4–2
Final score: 4–3
Goal in the match: 2 / 2

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