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Lionel Messi Sets New Record for FIFA World Cup Goals
Lionel Messi has broken the FIFA World Cup goalscoring record after netting twice against Austria, bringing his career total to 18 goals.
Lionel Messi sets new all-time World Cup scoring record
Lionel Messi has officially become the highest goalscorer in World Cup history, reaching 17 goals and extending his legacy as one of the sport's greatest players.
Lionel Messi Sets All-Time World Cup Scoring Record With 17th Goal
Lionel Messi has broken the all-time World Cup scoring record, reaching 17 career goals after finding the net against Austria during Argentina's 2026 campaign.
Lionel Messi sets new all-time World Cup scoring record at 2026 tournament
Lionel Messi has overtaken Miroslav Klose as the top scorer in World Cup history after netting his 17th goal during Argentina's 2026 match against Austria.
Tactical analysis: Strategies to neutralize Messi, Mbappe, Haaland, and Kane
Former defender Ashley Williams breaks down the defensive strategies required to handle the tactical threats posed by Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Harry Kane at the World Cup.
2026 World Cup: Lamine Yamal Outpaces Messi as New Youngest Tournament Scorer
Spain's Lamine Yamal made history at the 2026 World Cup by becoming one of the youngest goalscorers ever, moving ahead of Lionel Messi in the tournament rankings.
Konrad Laimer Identifies Argentina and Lionel Messi as Tournament Benchmarks for 2026 World Cup
Bayern Munich midfielder Konrad Laimer considers Argentina the world's top team and Lionel Messi the best individual player as Austria prepares for their upcoming World Cup match.
Historical World Cup Milestones Expected to Fall
As the 2026 World Cup progresses, iconic players like Messi, Ronaldo, and Kane are breaking and chasing major tournament records in the expanded 48-team format.
Emmanuel Petit highlights key disparity between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
Emmanuel Petit argues that Argentina's success stems from players rallying behind Messi, whereas Portugal struggles due to a lack of similar cohesion around Cristiano Ronaldo.
Former England Forward Jay Bothroyd Claims Cristiano Ronaldo Will Never Reach Lionel Messi’s Level
Jay Bothroyd argues that Cristiano Ronaldo should accept a bench role for Portugal, asserting the forward will never match Lionel Messi's legacy.