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Messi Shatters World Cup Scoring Record
22 Jun
Summary
- Lionel Messi set a new World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal.
- Messi added an 18th goal in stoppage time, securing Argentina's win.
- He missed a penalty kick but still achieved the historic scoring milestone.
Lionel Messi has broken the World Cup scoring record, achieving his 17th and 18th goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria on Monday. This historic feat occurred two days before his 39th birthday and amidst personal concerns regarding his father's health.
Messi's record-breaking 17th goal came in the 38th minute, catching the Austrian goalkeeper off guard. Despite a missed penalty kick in the ninth minute, he demonstrated his enduring skill and determination throughout the match. This performance extended his scoring streak to six consecutive World Cup games.
With this win, Argentina secured their advancement to the knockout round, having won their initial two group stage matches. Messi has scored all five of Argentina's goals in this tournament, his sixth World Cup appearance. His father, Jorge Messi, has been undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness.
