Goal #84

Argentina vs Venezuela (2009)

Lionel Messi scored the 84th goal of his career on March 28, 2009, playing for Argentina against Venezuela in Buenos Aires, in the 2010 World Cup qualifying. The goal put Argentina 1–0 up; the match finished 4–0.

It was his 12th goal for Argentina and his 2nd against Venezuela.

It was his 16th goal of 2009. From here he needed 916 more to reach 1,000.

Goal facts

Date

March 28, 2009

Team

Argentina

Opponent

Venezuela

Competition

2010 World Cup qualifying

City

Buenos Aires

Score after the goal

1–0

Final score

4–0

Goal in the match

1 / 1