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Lionel Messi will be facing Mexico for the third time at the FIFA World Cup in his illustrious career. The PSG forward has previously faced Mexico at both the 2006 World Cup in Germany and then again four years later in South Africa.
Messi and Argentina have won both games against Mexico. The former FC Barcelona forward was introduced as a substitute when Argentina secured a 2-1 win over Mexico during the Round of 16 at the 2006 World Cup.
Lionel Messi once again played Mexico in the Round of 16 stage at the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Argentina secured a 3-1 win on that occasion, with Messi registering an assist.
messi 4-1-0 vs mexico overall, with 3 goals