SUPER FIRST HALF SEES ARGENTINA THROUGH TO THE QUARTERS

Nicholas Alumkal

Seattle, WA

In Seattle at Century Link Field on June 14 Argentina faced Bolivia and outclassed them 3-0. Argentina had a great start to the game as they scored early at the 13th minute from a spectacular free kick by Erik Lamela. Ezequiel Lavezzi doubled their lead two minutes later. Victor Cuesta made it 3-0 before halftime.

At the half, Argentina made two substitutions, including bringing on Lionel Messi for Gonzalo Higuain. The second Messi came on, Bolivia were double teaming or even triple teaming him. Therefore, Argentina just passed the ball around, dominating possession. At one point, Messi got through on goal. He actually got behind the keeper on the end line and passed the ball through the keeper's legs, a move called a "nutmeg."Unfortunately, Messi was called offside on his initial move.

All in all, it was a spectacular game. I am super happy I got to attend it. GO ARGENTINA!