Rojo, Messi give Argentina dramatic win over Eagles

GOALS from Captain Lionel Messi and defender Marcos Rojo saw Argentina beat Nigeria 2-1 and progress to the last-16 in the process.

Either side of those goals, a Victor Moses penalty had given the Super Eagles some hope.

Argentina’s win coupled with Iceland’s 2-1 loss to Croatia ensured Jorge Sampaoli’s side progressed to the last-16.

Argentina will now face France in the round of 16.

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Either side of those goals, a Victor Moses penalty had given the Super Eagles some hope.

Argentina’s win coupled with Iceland’s 2-1 loss to Croatia ensured Jorge Sampaoli’s side progressed to the last-16.

Argentina will now face France in the round of 16.

Africa's First & Nigeria's Only Sports Radio Station [88.9 Brila Fm]