“Alexis Mac Allister Gives Argentina Early Second-Half Lead Against Chile”
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Argentina Dominates Chile with a 3-0 Victory in World Cup Qualifier
Argentina secured a convincing 3-0 win over Chile on Thursday, strengthening their position in the South American World Cup qualifying standings. The victory pushed them closer to securing a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
Second-Half Goals Seal the Win
Argentina broke the deadlock in the second half with goals from Alexis Mac Allister, Julian Alvarez, and Paulo Dybala. The trio’s efforts gave Argentina all three points in front of a packed home crowd at the Monumental stadium.
Top of the Table
The Copa America champions now sit comfortably at the top of the South American qualifiers with 18 points. They lead second-placed Uruguay by five points, with Uruguay set to face Paraguay on Friday.
Lionel Messi Misses Out
Argentina played without their captain, Lionel Messi, who is sidelined with an ankle injury. Messi sustained the injury during the Copa America final in July and will miss the upcoming qualifier against Colombia as well.
Tribute to Angel di Maria
Before the match, Argentina paid tribute to Angel di Maria, who recently retired from international football. The winger played a key role in Argentina’s recent success and was honored by fans and teammates alike.
Dybala Secures the Win
Paulo Dybala, coming off the bench, added a third goal for Argentina during stoppage time. The assist came from Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho, capping off a dominant performance by the home side.