ST. PETERSBURG, Russia -- Argentina defeated Nigeria 2-1 in a wild Group D finale, a result that propelled the Albiceleste into the knockout round at the Super Eagles' expense.
Here are three thoughts on the match.
1. Argentina leaves it late as Rojo plays the hero
It was a dizzying and electric atmosphere heading into Tuesday night's decisive game. The two teams entered the match with huge contrasts in form. Nigeria was on a high after dispatching Iceland 2-0 and controlled its knockout round destiny. Meanwhile, Argentina was in a desperate state having taken just one point from its first two matches, including a 3-0 humiliation at the hands of Croatia.