Goal #59

Argentina vs Uruguay (2008)

Lionel Messi scored the 59th goal of his career on October 11, 2008, playing for Argentina against Uruguay in Buenos Aires, in the 2010 World Cup qualifying. The goal put Argentina 1–0 up; the match finished 2–1.

It was his 10th goal for Argentina and his 1st against Uruguay.

It was his 13th goal of 2008. From here he needed 941 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

October 11, 2008

Team

Argentina

Opponent

Uruguay

Competition

2010 World Cup qualifying

City

Buenos Aires

Score after the goal

1–0

Final score

2–1

Goal in the match

1 / 1