Watch: Messi’s Argentina saved by VAR as they edge Nigeria

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  • Post published:June 26, 2018

Lionel Messi’s Argentina advanced to the Fifa World Cup last 16 after defeating Nigeria 2-1 at the Rostov Arena through a late stunner from Marcos Rojo.

READ: Late Rojo goal sends Argentina through

The Super Eagles were heading through to the last 16 at Argentina’s expense with four minutes to go of the final Group D game, but Rojo’s sensational low volley saved Jorge Sampaoli’s men and set up a showdown with France in the next round.

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