Saviola strike puts Argies in control

ARGENTINA beat Tunisia 2-1 in the opening match of the Confederations Cup, winning more easily than the narrow scoreline suggests.

Juan Riquelme’s 33rd minute penalty and a well-taken 57th minute strike from Javier Saviola gave the South Americans control of the Group A match against the African champions, who missed a penalty and converted another.

Both Tunisian penalties were awarded after Argentina goalkeeper German Lux brought down striker Haykel Guemamdia, first in the 17th minute and then in the 72nd minute.