Messi scores 20th World Cup goal in round of 32 against Cape Verde
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:43 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal during the round of 32 match against Cape Verde on July 3, 2026. The Argentine forward's strike marked another milestone, as he has now scored in eight consecutive World Cup matches, a first in tournament history. Messi continues to dominate the current tournament with seven goals under his belt. The match is ongoing as the players compete for advancement to the next stage.
- •Messi reached 20 World Cup goals with his latest strike.
- •He has scored in eight consecutive World Cup matches.
- •Argentina is facing Cape Verde in the round of 32.
- •Messi has seven goals in the current tournament.
- 10:43 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Out of this world! Messi breaks another World Cup record
"What more is there to say about Lionel Messi? It’s all almost impossible to believe now. The Argentine superstar scored his 20th World Cup goal in the round of 32 against Cape Verde. A sensational f...
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