Messi scores 19th World Cup goal as Argentina faces Jordan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:49 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Lionel Messi scored his 19th World Cup goal with a free-kick after coming on in the second half of Argentina's match against Jordan, which is currently ongoing. This goal extends his record for the longest scoring streak in World Cup history to seven matches. Previously tied with Just Fontaine and Jairzinho, Messi's scoring run began at the Qatar World Cup. He has now participated in 29 World Cup matches, more than any other player. Messi is the leading scorer of the 2026 World Cup entering the knockout stage.
- •Messi entered the match against Jordan in the 61st minute.
- •He has now scored in every stage of the World Cup since 2014.
- •Messi has the most wins in World Cup history with 19.
- •He is tied with Cristiano Ronaldo for appearances in six World Cups.
- •Argentina is competing in the knockout stage after the group matches.
- 3:49 AMYahoo Sports — 🐐 Messi sets yet another record with his 19th Cup goal
"Lionel Messi is not messing around at this FIFA World Cup.After closing in on, matching and then surpassing the record for most goals in World Cup history, Argentina’s No. 10 keeps adding more miles...
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