Argentina stun World Champions Spain in friendly

BUENOS AIRES - A Lionel Messi-inspired Argentina rebounded from their World Cup flop to defeat world champions Spain 4-1 in a friendly here on Tuesday.

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By (AFP)

Published: Wed 8 Sep 2010, 11:43 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 4:41 AM

The Barcelona star opened the scoring after just nine minutes and further goals from Gonzalo Higuain three minutes later and Carlos Tevez after 34 minutes gave the South Americans a stunning 3-0 lead at half-time.

The second half was a quieter affair with Fernando Llorente pulling one back for the Spaniards after 83 minutes before Sergio Aguero made it 3-1 on the stroke of full-time.

The two countries have now played 13 times, with Argentina winning six times, Spain five and with two draws.

(AFP)

Published: Wed 8 Sep 2010, 11:43 AM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 4:41 AM

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