Nico Paz’s Argentina debut free‑kick secures 2‑1 win over Mauritania
Match Overview
On the night of Saturday 27th to Sunday 28th March 2026, Argentina faced Mauritania at the Alberto Jose Armando Stadium in Buenos Aires. The friendly ended 2–1 to the South Americans, with Enzo Fernández opening the scoring and Nico Paz adding a second before Mauritania pulled one back.
Nico Paz’s Decisive Free‑Kick
The 2004‑born Como attacking midfielder delivered his first goal in an Argentina shirt from a free‑kick on the half‑hour mark of the first half. He struck low with his left foot from the edge of the box, exploiting a gap in the wall, while Lionel Messi watched from the bench and later entered the game in the second half. Paz’s effort earned him the man‑of‑the‑match award.
Serie A Presence on the Pitch
Nico Paz was the only Serie A player to start for Argentina. Fellow Serie A midfielder Maximo Perrone remained on the bench for the full 90 minutes. Mauritania fielded Lecce midfielder Oumar Ngom, who was substituted shortly before the final whistle.
- Score: Argentina 2–1 Mauritania
- Goal scorers: Enzo Fernández, Nico Paz (Argentina); Mauritania scorer not named
- Venue: Alberto Jose Armando Stadium, Buenos Aires
- Serie A players: Nico Paz (starter), Maximo Perrone (bench)
The 2004‑born player scored the goal that made it 2‑0 on the half‑hour mark of the first half, doubling Enzo Fernández’s opening goal.
What’s Next for Argentina?
Argentina’s next friendly will be against Zambia, scheduled for 01:15 am on the night of Tuesday 31 March to Wednesday 1 April.
