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Messi breaks World Cup scoring record as Argentina advances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:20 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Messi breaks World Cup scoring record as Argentina advances

Summary

Lionel Messi set a new World Cup scoring record during Argentina's match against Austria on June 23, 2026. The Inter Miami forward secured his 17th and 18th goals in the tournament, leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory. After a missed penalty early on, Messi scored his first goal from a Facundo Medina assist and capped the match with a rebound finish in stoppage time. France also had a notable day, with Kylian Mbappe scoring two goals in a weather-affected match against Iraq. Norway topped Senegal 3-2, while Algeria eliminated Jordan in another round of matches.

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By the Numbers

•Messi scores twice, becoming the all-time World Cup top scorer.
•Argentina secures a 2-0 win against Austria.
•Mbappe scores two goals despite a weather delay against Iraq.
•Norway defeats Senegal 3-2 in a thrilling match.
•Algeria eliminates Jordan from the tournament.

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Matchday 12 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 bore witness to Lionel Messi setting a new record, the first lengthy weather delay of the tournament, and virtuoso performances from Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haa...
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