Doha, December 03 (QNA) - Lionel Messi played the 1,000th game of his remarkable career on Saturday in Argentina’s World Cup last 16 clash with Australia as he sought the only major trophy to elude him.

Argentina’s all-time top scorer, with 93 goals, Messi was making his 169th appearance for his nation.

Messi joined Barcelona’s youth setup at 13, becoming their top scorer also with 672 goals in 778 games.

Lionel Messi has scored 788 career goals. (QNA)