World Cup 2018: Top 5 players after the first round of group stages

#3 Hannes Thor Halldorsson

"Give me Messi!!"

Argentina was tied down to a 1-1 draw by World Cup debutants Iceland. Sergio Aguero gave La Albiceleste the lead 19 minutes into the game, but the opposition equalised within just four minutes.

Lionel Messi had the opportunity to take back the lead for his side through a penalty, but the Barcelona number ten failed to convert from the spot. And Iceland's goalkeeper Hannes Thor Halldorsson, who saved the penalty, became the hero for his side.

Iceland goalkeeper Hannes Halldorsson: The man who stops GOATs. 🇮🇸 pic.twitter.com/1Bv1OOlgFx

— Дэлгэрсайхан (@ADelgersaikhan) June 17, 2018

The 34-year-old goalkeeper saving Messi's penalty was a crucial moment in the game. However, that was not the only contribution Hannes made for his team. The part-time filmmaker made a total of six saves and two clearances in the match. It was nothing short of a man of the match performance and the player deserves credit.

Hannes will be key for Iceland's upcoming group stage fixtures against Croatia and Nigeria. With the team earning one point in their first game against Argentina they have increased their hopes to qualify to the round-of-16 of the competition.

And don't miss this Coca-Cola commercial directed by Hannes himself!