Lionel Messi sets World Cup record amid ongoing matches in Philadelphia

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 continues in Philadelphia, Lionel Messi has become the third player to score in six consecutive World Cup appearances. This record follows performances by Just Fontaine in 1958 and Jairzinho in 1970. Additionally, 18-year-old Lamine Yamal scored his first World Cup goal, making him younger than Messi when he first scored. The Group I match between France and Iraq/Bolivia/Suriname remains ongoing, with fans eager to see how teams perform.

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