Barco Scores First Goal for Argentina

Valentín Barco scored against Zambia in a friendly match, marking his first goal for the national team. Lionel Messi provided the assist.

Buenos Aires, March 31 (NA) – Valentín Barco had a dream night after scoring the fifth goal—his first with the Argentina National Team— in the match against Zambia at La Bombonera as part of an international friendly.

The play began with a great pass from star Lionel Messi to Nicolás González, who, with a backheel, assisted the former Boca Juniors player, who with a precise shot marked the definitive 5-0 against the Africans.

The last friendly match of the national team in the country prior to the 2026 World Cup was covered live by the Argentine News Agency.

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