Messi misses penalty against Austria, opportunity for World Cup history slips
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 5:19 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Lionel Messi missed a crucial penalty in Argentina's match against Austria on June 22. The penalty could have allowed Messi to surpass Miroslav Klose as the top scorer in World Cup history, with both currently at 16 goals. The miss surprised fans and marks a growing tally for Messi, who now holds the record for the most penalties missed in World Cup history. The match is still ongoing as Argentina seeks to advance.
- •Messi missed a penalty early in the match.
- •He is tied with Klose for the World Cup all-time scoring lead.
- •Social media reacted surprised at the miss.
- •Messi has the most missed penalties in World Cup history.
- 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — Messi misses penalty, misses chance to be World Cups' top scorer
"Lionel Messi missed a golden chance to pull ahead as the top scorer in World Cup history.The Argentine legend had a penalty at his disposal early in the match against Austria and sent the ball wide.He...
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