Lionel Messi Sets Another World Cup Record — His Most Ridiculous Yet
Summary
Lionel Messi scored his 19th World Cup goal during Argentina’s 3-1 win over Jordan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He set a new record by scoring in seven consecutive World Cup matches and leads the current tournament in goals.Key Facts
- Messi scored a free kick goal against Jordan in the 2026 World Cup, bringing his total to 19 World Cup goals.
- He has scored in seven straight World Cup games, a new record in men’s World Cup history.
- This is Messi’s sixth World Cup appearance, matching Cristiano Ronaldo for most appearances.
- Messi tied and then surpassed Miroslav Klose’s men’s World Cup goal record early in the tournament.
- He currently leads the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race with six goals.
- Argentina aims to become the first team to win back-to-back men’s World Cups since Brazil in 1962.
- Argentina will play Cape Verde in the Round of 32 in Miami on July 3.
- Messi also plays for Inter Miami CF, where he holds MVP and championship titles.
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