Atlanta United star Thiago Almada scored a Lionel Messi-esque free-kick for Argentina U23 in Saturday's match against their Japanese counterparts.
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The 22-year-old scored sensational free-kickAlmost replicated the technique of MessiGoal not enough to save Argentina from defeatWHAT HAPPENED?
The youngster once again showed that he is learning from the best in business! The MLS star scored a stunning free-kick to put Argentina U23 in front against Japan in a friendly. Five minutes into the second half he scooped one over the wall into the far right corner beating the goalkeeper hands down.
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However, Almada's heroics were not enough to propel Argentina over the line as they succumbed to a defeat. The hosts mounted a spirited comeback after the hour mark and scored four goals in 23 minutes to emerge triumphant by a 5-2 scoreline.
WHAT NEXT FOR ALMADA?
Almada has been making a name for himself for scoring from dead-ball situations. Earlier in the season, he scored another top-quality free kick against Portland in a dominant 5-1 win for Atlanta United. He will be back in action on Tuesday eyeing revenge against Japan in the second friendly of the international trip.