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Messi scores twice as Argentina secures knockout stage in World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 9:42 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Messi scores twice as Argentina secures knockout stage in World Cup

Summary

Lionel Messi scored both goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria on June 22 at AT&T Stadium, confirming their place in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup. With these goals, Messi broke several World Cup records, including becoming the all-time leading scorer with 18 goals. Despite missing a penalty kick early in the match, he rebounded with a first goal in the 35th minute and another in extra time. Messi's contributions have been crucial, as he has scored all five of Argentina's goals in their first two victories.

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By the Numbers

•Messi has broken the all-time World Cup goals record with 18 goals.
•Argentina secured advancement to the knockout stage after this match.
•Messi scored both goals in this 2-0 victory against Austria.
•He missed a penalty kick but responded with two crucial goals.
•Argentina has won both of their matches so far in the 2026 World Cup.

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Lionel Messi continues to rewrite the record books with Argentina at the 2026 World Cup. He's not just top goal-scorer. Here's all the records he owns
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