Lionel Messi has become the joint highest scorer for Argentina, equaling Gabriel Batistuta, after registering his 54th goal in the team’s 4-1 victory over Venezuela in the Copa America Quarterfinal on 19th June. Argentina’s Erik Lamela and Gonzalo Higuain also got on the scoresheet, while Venezuela’s Seijas missed a Panenka penalty aimed straight at Argentine goalkeeper Sergio Romero.
Messi equals goal record in Argentina’s win
