Last-minute goal by the Pint-sized dynamo seals it for Argentina against arch-rivals Brazil
Last-minute goal by the Pint-sized dynamo seals it for Argentina against arch-rivals Brazil
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| Argentina star Lionel Messi looks to pass the ball to a teammate as Brazil's Ronaldinho looks on during their friendly yesterday. pics/AFP |
It was Messi's first-ever goal against Brazil and allowed Argentina to record their first win against their old enemies since June 2005.
His strike also allowed coach Sergio Batista to celebrate victory in his first game in charge since he was confirmed as the long-term successor to Diego Maradona.
For Brazil it was a first defeat in four matches for new coach Mano Menezes, who had led his country to victories in his first three matches at the helm and had not previously seen his team concede a goal.
Both South American giants are rebuilding after disappointing World Cups and they will resume hostilities in La Plata, Argentina on December 19.
The Albiceleste were second-best for much of the first half, as Brazil impressed with their slick approach play, and Batista will have been delighted to secure a famous win after the 1-0 loss to Japan in their previous outing.
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