Argentina 2-0 Poland: Argentina completed the rescue act on Thursday as they sealed qualification to the RO 16 with a 2-0 win over Poland in Group C.
Allister and Alvarez struck the telling blows in the second half to help Argentina finish top of the table and set up a Round of 16 clash with Australia.
La Albiceleste were the better side throughout the contest despite a first half penalty saved off Messi by Szczesny.
Unbelievable. pic.twitter.com/YSaFeu7Qx4
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The Polish side did not test Martinez at all and were second best through out. Argentina could have increased their tally through Martinez but the Inter striker dragged his effort wide.
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Allister struck within minutes of the second half restart when he converted from Molina’s cross after the Atletico defender made a great run down the right.
Alvarez doubled the lead with a sumptuous effort from Fernandez’ pass before he sent his stunning effort past the Polish keeper.
Argentina sealed a top spot in Group C and face Australia on Saturday night in the Round of 16.
ARGENTINA ARE THROUGH TO THE KNOCKOUT STAGES 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/FFDUJuoiDx
— GOAL (@goal) November 30, 2022
Poland sealed progress to Round of 16 as they finished second in the table owing to a superior goal difference.
What an ending.
Imagine not loving the World Cup 💉 pic.twitter.com/hQpaGSx9yG
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