Iceland held Argentina to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup 2018 Group D match. Lionel Messi was dangerous throughout the match, but his penalty was saved in the second half.
The South Americans started the match with continuous attacks. The breakthrough came after 13 minutes through Manchester City's Sergio Aguero left foot shot.
The lead was short-lived as Iceland responded four minutes later after Alfred Finnbogason scored from a rebound inside the danger area.
Then Maxi Meza was taken down in the box after the hour mark and a penalty kick was given. Messi took it but Halldorsson made a perfect save and the score remained until the final whistle.
Argentina dominated the match with 78 percent possession and outshot Iceland 27-8. However, they failed to find the net in the second half.
Both teams collected a point each in the group, but it felt like a win for Iceland. They fought hard defensively and held on to claim a draw.
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