Lionel Messi has now scored 79 goals in the national team, which means that he is the South American who has scored the most national team goals and thus passes the brass Pelé.
- I have waited a long time for this, said an emotional Messi after the match.
Pelé certainly has a better goal average, as he scored 77 goals in 92 games.
Lionel Messi needed 154 international caps.
- Now I'll enjoy this, it's so special after waiting so long.
I'm very happy.
The South American World Cup qualifier is topped by Brazil with 24 points after eight straight victories.
Argentina is second, six points behind.