Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:47am on 23 Jun 2026,Tuesday Sports
Lionel Messi added another chapter to his extraordinary World Cup legacy by scoring twice against Austria at FIFA World Cup 2026, surpassing Miroslav Klose’s record of 16 goals to become the tournament’s all-time leading scorer with 18. The achievement came just days before Messi’s 39th birthday and during his sixth World Cup appearance. After missing an early penalty, the Argentina captain redeemed himself with a clinical strike in the 38th minute before adding another goal in stoppage time. Beyond the statistics, the performance reinforced Messi’s enduring influence on football. Argentina secured qualification for the knockout stage, while Messi’s combination of vision, composure and artistry continued to captivate audiences worldwide.
