Lionel Messi scores free kick, sets record in World Cup match against Jordan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:56 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Lionel Messi scored a free kick in the 80th minute during Argentina's World Cup match against Jordan, marking his 19th career goal in the tournament. This achievement makes him the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup games. Messi, who started the match on the bench, entered in the 60th minute, continuing his scoring streak that dates back to the last World Cup in 2022. Argentina has already secured advancement from Group J before this match, showcasing Messi's significant contributions with five goals in previous outings.
- •Messi scores his 19th World Cup goal against Jordan.
- •He becomes the first player to score in seven straight World Cup matches.
- •Argentina has already topped Group J prior to facing Jordan.
- •Messi entered the match after being rested for part of the game.
- •He has scored 13 goals in his last 10 World Cup matches.
- 3:56 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi becomes first man to score in 7 straight World Cup games with free kick goal vs. Jordan
- 3:56 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi becomes first man to score in 7 straight World Cup games with free kick goal in win over Jordan
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 3:56 AMLionel Messi becomes first man to score in 7 straight World Cup games with free kick goal vs. Jordan
Messi now has 19 career World Cup goals.
- Yahoo SportsJun 28, 2026, 3:56 AMLionel Messi becomes first man to score in 7 straight World Cup games with free kick goal in win over Jordan
Messi now has 19 career World Cup goals.
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