Goal #31

Argentina vs Peru (2007)

Lionel Messi scored the 31st goal of his career on July 8, 2007, playing for Argentina against Peru in Barquisimeto, in the 2007 Copa América. The goal put Argentina 2–0 up; the match finished 4–0.

It was his 5th goal for Argentina and his 1st against Peru.

It was his 16th goal of 2007. From here he needed 969 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

July 8, 2007

Team

Argentina

Opponent

Peru

Competition

2007 Copa América

City

Barquisimeto

Score after the goal

2–0

Final score

4–0

Goal in the match

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