Messi 45 minutes away from Cup as Argentina dominates first half

Vamos Argentina fans! It has finally come down to the second half, the last 45 minutes as Messi is all set to get his hands over the Golden Cup. Argentina has completely dominated the first half as they are leading 2-0 against the defending Champions.

While France will aim for the comeback, Argentina will now hope to continue the amazing flow. The match began with Argentina completely outplaying France in the whole half and it took 23 minutes for the boys in white and blue to score the first goal and take the lead.

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With Messi getting the penalty shoot and bringing Argentina one step closer to the third title win. Calm and composed, placed a light hit shot to the right side of the goal. This made Messi the highest goal scorer in the tournament with 6 goals in total. He is now at the top in the race of Golden Boot.

The second goal came just 13 minutes after the first goal by the guy who won the penalty for Argentina. Alexis Mac Allister placed a brilliant pass to Di María who slotted the ball past Hugo Lloris to double the lead and almost ensure Argentina’s win.

Now, it is over to the second half if the defending champions France can do some Charisma and make a comeback.

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