Luis Suarez edged forward of Argentine famous person Lionel Messi as South American World Cup qualifiers high scorer along with his purpose in Uruguay’s 2-0 win over Chile on Tuesday night time.
The Atletico Madrid ahead gave his facet the lead with 10 minutes to go together with an beautiful end, which set Uruguay on their option to the World Cup.
Federico Valverde scored a second purpose late on, which ensured Uruguay comfortably joined the likes of Brazil and Argentina on the 2022 World Cup.
It was Suarez’s twenty ninth purpose within the South American World Cup qualifiers, shifting forward of Messi, who has 28.
“Particular night time, particular recreation, particular shirt and a purpose,” Suarez wrote on social media alongside an image of him holding his shirt from the match.
“What extra might I ask for in distinctive and unforgettable moments for my nation?”
Noche especial, partido especial, camiseta especial y con gol. Que mas puedo pedir para vivir momentos únicos e inolvidables con MI PAIS? ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ URUGUAY URUGUAY NO [email protected] pic.twitter.com/YwghIHR3O1
— Luis Suarez (@LuisSuarez9) March 30, 2022
It was Uruguay’s fourth straight win underneath new coach Diego Alonso, who took over from Oscar Tabarez in December final 12 months after 4 successive defeats.
Prime ten listing of high scorers in CONMEBOL qualifying
- Luis Suarez – 29
- Lionel Messi – 28
- Marcelo Martins – 22
- Hernan Crespo – 19
- Alexis Sanchez – 19
- Edinson Cavani – 18
- Marcelo Salas – 28
- Ivan Zamorano – 17
- Joaquin Botero – 16
- Agustin Delgado – 16
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