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Official Career Goal #479Copa América (2015/16)

Lionel Messi #479 vs Australia

Scored in the 2' minute for Argentina National Team on Nov 19, 2015.

Match Result4 - 1
Argentina National Team vs Australia
Away Venue • International Official

Kinetic Strike Telemetry

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Trajectory Simulation • Goal #479 vs Australia

GK
#10
Messi (13m)
Strike Speed
93km/h
Shot Distance
13meters
Inside Box
Apex Trajectory
0.0m peak
Direct Line
Expected Goals
0.38xG
Left Foot
Goalmouth PlacementLow Driven Middle
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Goal Specifications

Match DateNov 19, 2015
TournamentCopa América
Club / TeamArgentina National Team
MethodLeft Foot
Goal CategoryOpen Play
Assist ProviderGonzalo Higuaín
Career MilestoneGoal #479 of 1000 Target
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Tactical Narrative & Match Significance

How Goal #479 Was Scored

In the 2' minute of the Copa América clash between Argentina National Team and Australia, Lionel Messi delivered a decisive finish (Left Foot • Open Play) set up expertly by Gonzalo Higuaín.

The strike occurred from approximately ~13 meters out with an expected goal probability (xG) of 0.42, helping secure a 4 - 1 scoreline in this away encounter.

Goal #479 Match Q&A (SEO Facts)

Frequently Asked Questions About Goal #479

When did Lionel Messi score goal #479?

Lionel Messi scored official career goal #479 on 2015-11-19 playing for Argentina National Team against Australia in the Copa América (2015/16 season).

What minute was goal #479 scored and what was the final score?

The goal was scored in the 2' minute of the match. The final match result was Argentina National Team 4 - 1 Australia (Away fixture).

How did Lionel Messi score goal #479?

The goal was executed with the Left Foot via a Open Play following an assist from Gonzalo Higuaín, from an estimated distance of ~13 meters (xG value: 0.42).

What milestone does goal #479 represent in Lionel Messi's Road to 1000 Goals?

This represents goal #479 of Lionel Messi's official career tally on the quest toward 1000 career goals. It stands as a crucial competitive goal in his career trajectory.