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June 22, 2026
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Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina down Austria

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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