Lionel Messi's Shockingly Calm Reaction to Breaking World Cup Goals Record
Summary
Lionel Messi broke the record for the most goals scored in men's World Cup history during Argentina's match against Austria. Despite this achievement, Messi remained calm and focused on his team's win rather than his personal milestone.Key Facts
- Messi tied the previous record of 16 World Cup goals held by Miroslav Klose before the match.
- He missed a penalty early in the game but scored later to break the record.
- Messi scored twice in the match, bringing his total World Cup goals to 18.
- His 18 goals are now the most scored by any player, male or female, at the World Cup.
- Messi is one of only two men to play in six World Cups, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.
- He emphasized his happiness with Argentina's win over focusing on breaking the record.
- Argentina won the match 2-0 against Austria in the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup group stage.
- Argentina hopes to become the first team to win back-to-back men's World Cups since Brazil in 1958 and 1962.
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