Lionel Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Mohamed Salah celebrates Egypt's win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:39 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Lionel Messi has become the outright top scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals, achieving a new record by scoring in six consecutive World Cup matches. In another highlight, Mohamed Salah celebrated Egypt's first World Cup victory by taking to the streets with teammates and fans. Meanwhile, Manchester United has announced plans for a new 100,000-seat stadium intended to revitalize the surrounding area. The ongoing tournament continues with several matches scheduled today.
- •Messi scores in six straight World Cup matches.
- •Salah leads Egypt to their first World Cup win.
- •Manchester United plans a new 100,000-seat stadium.
- •Portugal faces Uzbekistan later today.
- •England meets Ghana in the evening match.
- 5:39 AMYahoo Sports — ☕️🥐 FC Breakfast: Salah becomes a legend 🤩, Messi absurd 🤯
"Absurd Messi 😱Not content with becoming the outright top scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals, Lionel Messi also became the first player in the 21st century to score in six consecutive World C...
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