Messi Bests Maradona in World Cup History During Epic Argentina Comeback
Summary
Lionel Messi helped Argentina come back from a 2-0 deficit to win a Round of 16 match against Egypt in the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup. With an assist and a goal during this match, Messi became the all-time leader in World Cup assists and increased his record as the top World Cup goal scorer.Key Facts
- Argentina fell behind 2-0 to Egypt in the Round of 16 match.
- Messi assisted a goal by Cristian Romero in the 79th minute.
- Messi scored the equalizing goal four minutes later.
- Enzo Fernandez scored the winning goal during stoppage time.
- Messi became the all-time leader in World Cup assists, surpassing Diego Maradona.
- Messi now has 21 World Cup goals, the most in history, ahead of Kylian Mbappe with 19 goals.
- Argentina will face the winner of Colombia vs. Switzerland in the quarterfinal on July 11 in Kansas City.
- Argentina is aiming to become the first team to win back-to-back men's World Cup titles since 1958-1962.
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