Messi scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal in Argentina's game against Austria. And, then, he netted another goal, making him the all-time leader in World Cup tournaments (men and women).
Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 group match against Austria in Arlington, Texas, on Monday. The goal, his 17th at a World Cup, broke the all-time scoring record for a man. And then he scored a second time.
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