Goal #296

Argentina vs Chile (2012)

Lionel Messi scored the 296th goal of his career on October 16, 2012, playing for Argentina against Chile in Santiago, in the 2014 World Cup qualifying. The goal put Argentina 1–0 up; the match finished 2–1.

It was his 31st goal for Argentina and his 2nd against Chile.

It was his 68th goal of 2012. From here he needed 704 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

October 16, 2012

Team

Argentina

Opponent

Chile

Competition

2014 World Cup qualifying

City

Santiago

Score after the goal

1–0

Final score

2–1

Goal in the match

1 / 1