Watch: Lionel Messi’s double strike in Argentina’s win, Neymar injured as Uruguay beat Brazil in FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Lionel Messi has unequivocally demonstrated his return to peak physical condition by netting both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Peru during their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Despite recent weeks of sidelining due to a muscle issue, Messi’s inclusion in the squad was validated. He had made a substitute appearance in Thursday’s 1-0 triumph over Paraguay but started the game in Lima.