Lionel Messi Nets Fastest Ever International Goal in Friendly Rout of Australia

Messi scored just 79 seconds into the match, his quickest goal for Argentina ever.
The match was held in Beijing, China, where Messi has a large following.
Argentina won 2-0 with Messi scoring again and Rodrigo De Paul netting the second.
A fan ran onto the field and hugged Messi, who recently said he likely won't play in the 2026 World Cup.
Messi has now scored in seven straight appearances for Argentina, his longest streak.