Goal #820

Argentina vs Peru (2023)

Lionel Messi scored the 820th goal of his career on October 17, 2023, playing for Argentina against Peru in Lima, in the 2026 World Cup qualifying. The goal put Argentina 1–0 up; the match finished 2–0.

It was his 105th goal for Argentina and his 2nd against Peru. He scored 2 that day and this was the 1st.

It was his 27th goal of 2023. From here he needed 180 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

October 17, 2023

Team

Argentina

Opponent

Peru

Competition

2026 World Cup qualifying

City

Lima

Score after the goal

1–0

Final score

2–0

Goal in the match

1 / 2