Messi becomes the World Cup’s all-time top goalscorer

Published: Jun 23, 2026 12:52 AM • Updated: Jun 23, 2026 4:02 AM • Original source

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Messi becomes the World Cup's all-time top goalscorer

Lionel Messi became the highest goalscorer in World Cup history after scoring his 17th and 18th tournament goals in Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria. The goals saw him surpass both Miroslav Klose and Brazil women’s striker Marta, and sent Argentina into the knockout stage.

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