Messi's free-kick goal helped Argentina beat Ecuador by 1-0

It was Messi's 104th international goal in 176 games.

It also included his 29th appearance in World Cup qualifying

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Lionel Messi came to Argentina's aid when the team needed him the most.

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In the 78th minute, the 36-year-old captain scored from a free kick.

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Before Messi's goal, more than 83,000 spectators at the virtually full Monumental de Nuez Stadium were tense.

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Messi stated after the game that "every match needs 100% from us in this qualifying."

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