Brazil (BBN)-Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina won a thriller against Nigeria, who also qualified for the World Cup knockout round despite the defeat.

The Barcelona wizard opened the scoring with a ferocious half-volley before Ahmed Musa equalised within 80 seconds with a delightful curling finish, reports BBC.

Messi made it 2-1 before the break with a 25-yard free-kick, but Musa grabbed his second when he fired in low.

Marcos Rojo scored the winner when he knocked in a corner ball with his knee.

The result means Argentina finish top of Group F with three wins from three games, while the African champions qualify in second with four points after Iran failed to defeat Bosnia-Hercegovina.

BBN/ANS-25June14-12:05pm (BST)