Argentina opened up their account by thrashing the United Emirates.

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The match happened in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday and settled at a score of 5-0.

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They have extended their unbeaten run to 36 games.

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Lionel Messi hit a fine shot from the corner after a pass from Di Maria just a minute before halftime.

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Julian Alvarez scored the first goal for the visitors and gave them an early lead.

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Angel De Maria scored two outstanding goals.

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Two goals were scored by Angel De Maria, and Messi, Joaquin, and Alvarez struck one goal each.

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Argentina's next faceoff is with Saudi Arabia in Qatar on Thursday.

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