Lionel Messi leads Argentina in World Cup victory over Austria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:33 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Lionel Messi scored two goals in Argentina's second group game against Austria in Dallas, making him the all-time record World Cup goalscorer. With this win, Argentina secured the top spot in Group I, continuing their title defense from 2022. Messi, just hours away from his 39th birthday, demonstrated exceptional skill and control throughout the game, assisted by his teammates' efforts. Argentina's strategy appears clear, as they rely on Messi's talent to dictate the game. Meanwhile, France's Michael Olise and Norway's Erling Haaland are also providing standout performances in their respective matches.
- •Messi becomes all-time World Cup goalscorer with two goals against Austria.
- •Argentina secures Group I top spot with a game to spare.
- •Messi scores all five of Argentina's goals in the tournament so far.
- •France experiences a weather delay during their match against Iraq.
- •Haaland scores four goals in his first World Cup for Norway.
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"Lionel Messi became the all-time record World Cup goalscorer with his two goals against Austria in Argentina’s second group game in Dallas, and the reigning champions guaranteed top spot in the group with a game to spare to continue their defense of the 2022 title in comfortable fashion. Messi had another sensational performance for a […]
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