After criticized for 1-0 close win over Nigeria in the first match, Argentina proved itself as strong candidate for the World Cup 2010 Champion. South Korea, the second opponent in the World Cup, beaten without mercy, 4-1 in Soccer City Stadium.
Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain become the main cast inside the Los Albiceleste success as the first team to step to the big 16. Higuain's hattrick (16', 77', 80') and one own goal by Park Chu-Young giving Argentina a ride to the second round of the tournament with perfect point (6 points) in two of its matches.
Both team implement a fast-paced game in the beginning of the match. Argentina comes with its de4dly trio Carlos Tevez, Lionel Messi and Gonzalo Higuain in the front line, and success to control the game.
Ten minutes on the play, Los Albiceleste already made two chances by Angel Di Maria (4') and Gonzalo Higuain in the 7th minute. Unfortunately, both of the players can't converse the chances into goal yet.
After keep putting pressure on South Korean defense, Argentina manage to break the deadlock in the 16th minute. Started from Messi's free kick, sharply heading to the penalty box, Park Chu-Young who tried to cover the movement of Argentina's strikers, touched the ball, resulting in an own goal. 1-0 for the Tango.
With 4-1 win against South Korea, Argentina is on the top of the group standing with 6 points. South Korea on the second place with 3 points South Korea might lost its place, because the match between Greece v Nigeria will be played right after the match.
