Elswhere, the republic of Ireland welcomed Argentina. Mid way through the first half, Higuain touched the ball on for an offside Di Maria chipped the ball over Shay Given before seeing it go in off the left post.

Ireland's protests were a little lengthy for a friendly, but the goal was allowed to stand, after which they were second best for the remainder of the game and it finished 1-0.

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