Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina down Austria
Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer on Monday, scoring twice as holders Argentina powered into the last 32 with a 2-0 victory over Austria...
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Lionel Messi made history by becoming the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer, netting twice as holders Argentina secured a spot in the last 32 with a 2-0 victory over Austria.
- Messi now holds the record with 18 World Cup goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose.
- The prolific scorer for Argentina also scored his fifth goal of the current tournament.
- The win guarantees Argentina a place in the knockout stages, with further matches involving stars like Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland also highlighted.
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Messi Sets World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Down Austria - June 2026
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