Scoring against Argentina and outshining Messi is easy for 'Lionel Musa'

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The attacker inspired Nigeria to a win over Iceland to give them a good chance of reaching the last-16, and is confident of beating Argentina

Ahmed Musa is ready to inspire Nigeria to victory over Argentina in their final World Cup group game, having apparently been described as "Lionel Musa" in South America.

The 25-year-old scored both goals in the 2-0 win over Iceland in Volgograd on Friday, which lifted Nigeria into second in Group D.

The result also means Argentina's hopes of reaching the last 16 are still alive, despite their damaging 3-0 loss to Croatia, with Jorge Sampaoli's side knowing that a win over Nigeria in St Petersburg on Tuesday could be enough to see them through