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Manu Ginobili witnesses Messi's record-breaking World Cup goals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 5:35 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Manu Ginobili witnesses Messi's record-breaking World Cup goals

Summary

NBA legend Manu Ginobili attended Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, where Lionel Messi made World Cup history by scoring twice. This performance increased Messi's tally to 18 World Cup goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose's previous record of 16. Ginobili expressed his joy on social media, highlighting the privilege of witnessing such a significant sporting moment. Argentina's captain is now cemented even further among the sport's greats as he continues to add to his impressive legacy.

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By the Numbers

•Lionel Messi scored twice against Austria in a World Cup match.
•Messi became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals.
•Manu Ginobili attended the match with his family.
•Argentina's victory keeps them competitive in the tournament.
•Kylian Mbappe is also notable, now tied with Klose at 16 World Cup goals.

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5:35 AMYahoo Sports — NBA legend Manu Ginobili reflects on ‘privilege’ of seeing Lionel Messi’s record-breaking goal

What they're saying

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Manu Ginobili was in the stands to watch Lionel Messi make World Cup history, and the Argentine basketball icon could hardly believe what he had witnessed. Messi scored twice in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria to become the outright leading scorer in FIFA World Cup history, moving clear of Miroslav Klose and further cementing his place among the greatest players the sport has ever seen.
— Yahoo Sports

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