Lionel Messi added yet another extraordinary chapter to his legendary career after becoming the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in eight consecutive matches. The Argentina captain reached the unprecedented milestone during his side's dramatic 3-2 extra-time victory over Cape Verde, helping the defending champions book their place in the Round of 16.

Lionel Messi has scored again, making Friday’s contest against Cape Verde the record-extending eighth consecutive World Cup match in which Argentina’s captain has delivered at…

Lionel Messi becomes the first player to score in 8 consecutive World Cup matches at the 2026 tournament, with implications for crypto fan token markets.