Goal #279

Argentina vs Brazil (2012)

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Lionel Messi scored the 279th goal of his career on June 9, 2012, playing for Argentina against Brazil in East Rutherford, in the Friendly. The goal put Argentina 4–3 up; the match finished 4–3.

It was his 26th goal for Argentina and his 4th against Brazil. He scored 3 that day and this was the 3rd.

It was his 51st goal of 2012. From here he needed 721 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date: June 9, 2012
Team: Argentina
Opponent: Brazil
Competition: Friendly
City: East Rutherford
Score after the goal: 4–3
Final score: 4–3
Goal in the match: 3 / 3

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