Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1484, Mino da Fiesole, Italian sculptor (born c. 1429) passed away. In 1914, Babe Ruth makes his debut in Major League Baseball. In 1924, Eric Liddell won the gold medal in 400m at the 1924 Paris Olympics, after refusing to run in the heats for 100m, his favoured distance, on a Sunday. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1970, Sajjad Karim, English lawyer and politician was born. In 1971, Scott Muller, Australian cricketer was born. In 1974, Hermann Hreiðarsson, Icelandic footballer and manager was born. In 1986, Raúl García, Spanish footballer was born. In 1994, Lucas Ocampos, Argentinian footballer was born. In 2005, Frances Langford, American actress and singer (born 1913) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Maradona's 'Goal Of The Century' At World Cup
On this day in 1986, Argentina's Diego Maradona scored two amazing goals against England in the World Cup, catapulting him into the all-time great category. In that game, there were two memorable goals. One is called the Hand of God goal, which, if they had slow-motion replay and VAR, they might have overturned, but alas, they did not. The second goal was magical. Lionel Messi now claims GOAT status, which is hard to argue against, but he never played in Maradona's era, when horrible fields and insane physical play were allowed. With the USMNT playing the best soccer since 2002, there is real interest in the sport across the country. Open thread. read more
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Mexico News Daily
· Jun 21, 2026
Maradona, Mexico and the ‘Hand of God’
Diego Maradona was the best player in the 1986 World Cup, and the two goals scored against England, the Hand of God and the Goal of the Century, still have the power to shock and to awe. The post Maradona, Mexico and the ‘Hand of God’ appeared first on Mexico News Daily
MyJoyOnline
· Jun 22, 2026
World Cup: Record-making Messi scores twice as Argentina progress
Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time record goalscorer as his double against Austria sent holders Argentina into the last 32.
Vanguard News
· Jun 22, 2026
Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina down Austria
Lionel Messi set the outright all-time World Cup scoring record with his 17th and 18th goals in the tournament as holders Argentina beat Austria 2-0 to reach the last 32 on Monday. The post Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina down Austria appeared first on Vanguard News.
Sada Elbalad
· Jul 8, 2026
Enzo Fernandez Scores 3000th Goal in FIFA World Cup History
Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez etched his name into FIFA World Cup history by scoring the 3,000th goal in the tournament's history during his side's dramatic Round of 16 victory over Egypt at the 2026 World Cup.
NPR News
· Jun 22, 2026
Magnificent Messi makes history, breaks all-time World Cup scoring record
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).
FOX Sports Digital
· Jun 24, 2026
Lisandro Martinez Emotional as Lionel Messi Breaks FIFA World Cup Scoring Record
Argentina star Lionel Messi's double against Austria saw him break the World Cup scoring record. The achievement left his team-mates full of admiration, with Alexis Mac Allister, Leandro Paredes and Lisandro Martinez all paying tribute to the captain's enduring brilliance and influence.
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Related coverage for "Maradona's 'Goal Of The Century' At World Cup": Mexico News Daily — Maradona, Mexico and the ‘Hand of God’. MyJoyOnline — World Cup: Record-making Messi scores twice as Argentina progress. Vanguard News — Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina down Austria. Sada Elbalad — Enzo Fernandez Scores 3000th Goal in FIFA World Cup History. NPR News — Magnificent Messi makes history, breaks all-time World Cup scoring record. FOX Sports Digital — Lisandro Martinez Emotional as Lionel Messi Breaks FIFA World Cup Scoring Record