18 Chait, Kathmandu. Two Latin countries Argentina and Brazil won the international friendly match.

Argentina defeated Zambia 5-0. For Argentina, along with captain Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez, Nicolas Otamendi and Valentin Barco scored one goal each. Zambia’s Dominic Chanda gifted an own goal.

This match at La Bombonera was like a farewell match at home for Messi. While there are rumors that Messi will retire after the World Cup, this is likely to be his last game among the home fans.

Messi, who entered the field in the second half against Mauritania last Friday, played as the first choice against Zambia.

Similarly, Brazil defeated European country Croatia 3-1. Danilo Oliviera, Igor Thiago and Gabriel Martinelli scored the goals. Croatia’s Lovro Majer scored a goal.