{"id":8672,"date":"2025-10-15T12:02:10","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/?p=8672"},"modified":"2025-10-15T12:02:11","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:02:11","slug":"messi-makes-history-as-argentina-thrash-puerto-rico-6-0-in-miami","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/messi-makes-history-as-argentina-thrash-puerto-rico-6-0-in-miami\/","title":{"rendered":"Messi Makes History as Argentina Thrash Puerto Rico 6\u20130 in Miami"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Becomes All-Time International Assist King<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lionel Messi<\/strong> has done it again. The Argentine legend added another milestone to his glittering career as <strong>Argentina destroyed Puerto Rico 6\u20130<\/strong> in an international friendly held in <strong>Miami, USA<\/strong>. With two assists on the night, Messi officially became the <strong>all-time leader in international assists<\/strong>, reaching an astonishing <strong>60 assists<\/strong>, surpassing <strong>Neymar\u2019s previous record<\/strong> of 59.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"444\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-1.jpg 444w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-1-249x300.jpg 249w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-1-150x180.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-1-300x361.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">photo courtesy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\u26bd Argentina Put on a Show in Miami<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It was pure footballing brilliance from start to finish as <strong>La Albiceleste<\/strong> put on a masterclass for the Miami crowd. Argentina dominated every minute of the game, playing with flair, creativity, and complete control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Alexis Mac Allister<\/strong> opened the scoring in the <strong>15th minute<\/strong> and added another in the <strong>36th<\/strong>, bagging an impressive <strong>brace<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gonzalo Montiel (23\u2019)<\/strong> and <strong>S. Echevarr\u00eda (65\u2019)<\/strong> added to the tally, while <strong>Lautaro Mart\u00ednez<\/strong> rounded off the rout with goals in the <strong>79th<\/strong> and <strong>84th minutes<\/strong> \u2014 also claiming a <strong>brace<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The 6\u20130 scoreline reflected Argentina\u2019s attacking dominance, but the night truly belonged to <strong>Lionel Messi<\/strong>, whose creativity elevated the performance to an unforgettable spectacle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udc51 Messi Breaks the All-Time Assist Record<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Messi\u2019s two assists \u2014 his <strong>59th and 60th<\/strong> for Argentina \u2014 didn\u2019t just help secure another emphatic win; they rewrote football history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With those contributions, <strong>Messi became the all-time leader in international assists<\/strong>, surpassing <strong>Neymar<\/strong>, who previously held the record with 59. What made the milestone even more special was the <strong>manner of his 60th assist<\/strong> \u2014 a breathtaking <strong>back-heel pass<\/strong> that showcased his trademark genius and vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"450\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-2.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-2-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-2-150x180.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-2-300x360.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@afaseleccionen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s always special to create chances for my teammates,\u201d Messi said after the match. \u201cRecords are nice, but what matters most is enjoying football and making Argentina proud.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf1f Mac Allister and Lautaro Lead the Attack<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While Messi was the architect, <strong>Alexis Mac Allister<\/strong> and <strong>Lautaro Mart\u00ednez<\/strong> executed perfectly in front of goal. Both players scored twice, linking up beautifully with their captain throughout the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mac Allister\u2019s intelligent movement and finishing added a clinical edge to Argentina\u2019s midfield play, while Lautaro\u2019s power and positioning ensured the Puerto Rican defense was constantly under pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"419\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-3.jpg 419w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-3-227x300.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-3-150x198.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-3-300x396.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 419px) 100vw, 419px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@afaseleccionen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Their performances further solidify Argentina\u2019s depth and attacking versatility \u2014 a dangerous sign for future opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udfc6 Argentina\u2019s Dominance Continues<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since winning the <strong>2022 FIFA World Cup<\/strong>, Argentina have continued to play with championship-level confidence and chemistry. The victory over Puerto Rico extends their unbeaten streak and reaffirms their status as one of the strongest national teams in world football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Playing in front of a packed crowd in Miami, the world champions showed why they remain <strong>the team to beat<\/strong>, combining flair, discipline, and unity \u2014 all inspired by the eternal brilliance of <strong>Lionel Messi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"418\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-5.jpg 418w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-5-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-5-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-5-300x400.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 418px) 100vw, 418px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@afaseleccionen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83d\udcca Match Summary: Puerto Rico 0\u20136 Argentina<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scorer<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Minute<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Team<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A. Mac Allister<\/td><td>15\u2019<\/td><td>Argentina<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>G. Montiel<\/td><td>23\u2019<\/td><td>Argentina<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>A. Mac Allister<\/td><td>36\u2019<\/td><td>Argentina<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>S. Echevarr\u00eda<\/td><td>65\u2019<\/td><td>Argentina<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>L. Mart\u00ednez<\/td><td>79\u2019<\/td><td>Argentina<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>L. Mart\u00ednez<\/td><td>84\u2019<\/td><td>Argentina<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"556\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-4.jpg 420w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-4-227x300.jpg 227w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-4-150x199.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/ng\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Argentina-v-Puetorico-4-300x397.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">@afaseleccionen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>\ud83c\udf0d Key Stats<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Final Score:<\/strong> Puerto Rico 0\u20136 Argentina<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Miami, USA<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lionel Messi:<\/strong> 2 assists (career international assists \u2013 60)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Most assists in international football history<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mac Allister &amp; Lautaro:<\/strong> 2 goals each<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Argentina:<\/strong> Unbeaten streak extended<br><br><strong>Bet with<a href=\"http:\/\/bangbet.com\/\">\u00a0Bangbet<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 where unbeatable odds meet thrilling bonuses, free bets, and nonstop promos! 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