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Carlos Tévez was beyond the second-last defender when Lionel Messi lifted the ball toward him.
South Africa 2010 · Round of 16
Carlos Tévez was beyond the second-last defender when Lionel Messi lifted the ball toward him.
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Carlos Tévez was beyond the second-last defender when Lionel Messi lifted the ball toward him.
The goal was awarded despite the stadium replay showing the offside position.
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