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Messi's World Cup shot involvement record nears Maradona's
13 Jul
Summary
- Messi's shot involvement in current World Cup is 54.
- He has recorded 33 shots and 21 chances created.
- Maradona had 29 shots and 30 chances created in 1986.
Lionel Messi is having a stellar World Cup campaign, currently second only to Diego Maradona in shot involvements for a single tournament. As of the most recent matches, Messi has accumulated 54 shot involvements, including 33 shots taken and 21 chances created for his teammates.
This remarkable performance places him in contention to break Maradona's 1986 record. During his iconic 1986 World Cup win, Maradona recorded 29 shots and 30 chances created, a benchmark that Messi is now poised to surpass.
Messi's current form also sees him vying for the Golden Boot, having scored eight goals in six games, alongside Kylian Mbappe. Argentina's next fixture is a semi-final clash against England, a team Messi has never faced before. His team's advancement through the tournament highlights his pivotal role.
