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World Cup 2026: Messi becomes third player in history to score in six successive matches

Daily Post Nigeria

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June 22, 2026

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Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, on Monday became the third player in history to score in six successive World Cup matches. This comes after the Inter Miami forward scored a brace in Argentina’s World Cup 2-0 win against Austria. Prior to the encounter, Messi had scored a hat-trick against Algeria a few days ago. The Barcelona [] World Cup 2026: Messi becomes third player in history to score in six successive matches

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GiveMeSport

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· Jun 30, 2026

Will Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo Play at the Next World Cup?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been the best players in the last two decades of football, but will they make it to the 2030 World Cup?

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· Jun 23, 2026

Miroslav Klose Reacts As Lionel Messi Breaks His FIFA World Cup Record

Lionel Messi scored once in 2006, four times in 2014, once in 2018, seven times in 2022 and has netted five goals in the current tournament so far.

Yen.com.gh

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· Jun 21, 2026

Why Lionel Messi avoided red card for covering his mouth while Almiron was sent off at World Cup

Lionel Messi was at the centre of a 2026 World Cup row after Argentina's 3-0 victory against Algeria. Now, the 39-year-old could potentially be involved in another.

JFeed

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· Jun 28, 2026

Messi or Ronaldo: The Greatest Debate in Football History Still Has No Easy Answer

The 2026 World Cup is here, and somewhere between the group stage drama and the golden boot race, the argument that has defined a generation of football is alive again: Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo --- who is really the greatest of all time?

CBS Sports

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· Jul 8, 2026

2026 World Cup Golden Boot odds: Lionel Messi retakes lead and favored betting role entering quarterfinals

Lionel Messi is back in front for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot

TASS

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· Jun 28, 2026

Messi updates his record, scoring 19th World Cup goal

Also, Lionel Messi became the first in the World Cup history to score in seven consecutive games

Business Today

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· Jul 9, 2026

He's 39, it's his 6th World Cup, and he has scored more men's World Cup goals than anyone in history — meet Messi 2026

At 39, Messi has reached 21 career World Cup goals — surpassing Miroslav Klose's all-time men's record. He has also scored his first World Cup hat-trick and leads the 2026 Golden Boot race. Here's every record in one gallery.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 12, 2026

Messi beraksi macam remaja 19 tahun

LOS ANGELES: Aksi yang dipamerkan Lionel Messi di Piala Dunia 2026 dengan meledak lapan gol setakat ini mengingatkan peminat kepada zaman kegemilangannya ketika muda. Tenaga, kreativiti dan pengaruh Messi sepanjang kejohanan kali ini mengundang pujian dari seluruh dunia, dengan ramai pemerhati menyifatkan apa yang dilakukannya ketika ini adalah luar biasa. Penghormatan terbaharu hadir daripada jurulatih ... Read more The post Messi beraksi macam remaja 19 tahun appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Variety

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· Jun 30, 2026

Autographed Lionel Messi Jerseys Drop Online as Argentine Star Leads Team Into World Cup Knockout Round

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is into the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, as the soccer legend leads Argentina onwards in their campaign to claim a second consecutive World Cup title. Argentina finished atop Group J with a perfect 3-0 record and now head into the Round of 16 for []

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 23, 2026

2026 FWC Day 12 Highlights: Messi New Record, France & Norway to Knockouts

Lionel Messi made history on the 12th day of the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the tournament’s all-time leading goalscorer and leading Argentina into the Round of 32.

Ariana News

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· Jun 25, 2026

FIFA World Cup: Messi turns 39, shows no signs of stopping

The Argentine legend has featured in a record six World Cups — 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022 and 2026 — more than any other men's player. He also holds the record for the most World Cup appearances, having played 32 matches on football's biggest stage. The post FIFA World Cup: Messi turns 39, shows no signs of stopping first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

DNyuz

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· Jul 12, 2026

Empty Seats for Messi’s Argentina Put Focus on World Cup Ticket Prices

Lionel Messi is perhaps the biggest draw in all of sports right now. Playing in what is almost certainly his final World Cup, each game could be the last on the most vaunted of stages for the 39-year-old Argentina captain. But in Argentina’s quarterfinal victory over Switzerland on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, []

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 3, 2026

World Cup 2026 live: Lionel Messi goal in Argentina vs Cape Verde ‘genius at work’ after ‘magnificent touch’

Lionel Messi scored his seventh goal at the World Cup 2026

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 22, 2026

Messi makes history - the greatest World Cup goalscorer of all time

Messi makes history - the greatest World Cup goalscorer of all time

The Standard

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· Jun 23, 2026

World Cup 2026 top scorers: Cristiano Ronaldo to rival Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe in Golden Boot race

The race for top scorers honour is heating up with every game

BOL News

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· Jun 23, 2026

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi sets multiple records in single match

Messi has become the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history with 18 goals. The post FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi sets multiple records in single match appeared first on BOL News.

MyJoyOnline

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· 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.

The Tico Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Advances

For much of us here in Latin America, watching Lionel Messi at a World Cup has become a familiar ritual. On Monday, the Argentine legend delivered another moment that will be remembered long after the 2026 tournament ends. Messi scored both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World [] The post Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Advances appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

OneFootball

· Jun 23, 2026

🤔Mbappé chasing Messi: how many goals behind Leo is Kylian?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the stage for a remarkable statistical race. After the tournament’s latest matchdays, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé continue finding the net, cementing a historic rivalr...

AzerNews

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· Jun 29, 2026

Messi set unmatched football record

Lionel Messi has once again made football history at the FIFA World Cup, becoming the first player ever to score in seven consecutive matches across World Cup tournaments, AzerNEWS reports.

Off The Press

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· Jul 5, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo: ‘This will be my last World Cup’

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that this will be his last World Cup, as he prepares to face Spain with Portugal in Monday’s round-of-16 clash in Dallas. Ronaldo, 41, has played in six editions of the tournament — in 2006, 2020, 2014, 2018, 2022 and now in 2026 — and became the first player to score []...Click to read more

Vanguard News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Messi headlines MLS All-Star Game roster featuring 13 FIFA World Cup stars

Lionel Messi will headline the 2026 Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star Game after being named among 13 FIFA World Cup players selected for the showcase event. The post Messi headlines MLS All-Star Game roster featuring 13 FIFA World Cup stars appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent

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· Jul 8, 2026

World Cup 2026 stats: Who’s hit more shots than Mbappe? Who’s run further than Kane? Who’s tackled more than Anderson?

Lionel Messi, Youri Tielemans and Pedri all stand out among the numbers at the 2026 World Cup so far

Football365

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· Jun 22, 2026

Messi smashes more records – even his human moments are part of his extra-terrestrial legend

Lionel Messi took his 2026 World Cup tally to five and his all-time record tally to 18 after both goals in Argentina’s win over Austria.

NBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Los expertos repasan la trayectoria y el presente mundialista de Messi | Pasión Mundial

Los expertos repasaron la evolución de Lionel Messi desde su debut mundialista con José Pekerman hasta su brillante Mundial 2026, donde suma ocho goles a los 39 años. También recordaron las palabras de Gabriel Batistuta antes del duelo ante Suiza.

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 22, 2026

Lionel Messi scores brace as Argentina beat Austria 2-0 at World Cup 2026

Messi scores twice to become all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history as Argentina reach knockout rounds.

UPI

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· Jun 22, 2026

Watch: Argentina's Lionel Messi becomes top goal scorer in World Cup history

Watch: Argentina's Lionel Messi becomes top goal scorer in World Cup history

Irish News

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· Jun 28, 2026

Lionel Messi scores again as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1

The goal means Messi has now scored in a record seven consecutive World Cup matches.

Sports Mole

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· Jul 2, 2026

2026 World Cup could still treat us to a Lionel Messi vs. Cristiano Ronaldo final "if the stars align"

There could be a Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Lionel Messi final at the 2026 World Cup, with Portugal and Argentina in opposite sides of the draw.

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· Jun 22, 2026

Lionel Messi Surpasses Miroslav Klose as Historic World Cup Winner and Scorer

The Argentinean captain Lionel Messi became this Monday the all-time top scorer and player with the most victories in World Cup history after scoring a decisive brace against Austria in Dallas. On June 22, the current World Champion Argentina secured qualification for the World Cup 2026 round of 32 after defeating Austria 2-0 in Dallas, []

The Japan Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

Stars sparkle early as Messi and Mbappe light up World Cup

Lionel Messi has risen to the challenge in style to become the all-time World Cup record scorer, two games into the tournament.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jun 22, 2026

2026 World Cup: Messi breaks Klose’s record, now all-time highest goalscorer [Top 5]

Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has become the all-time top scorer in World Cup history. Messi netted his 17th goal at the 2026 edition, to open the scoring against Austria. The Inter Miami superstar had missed the chance to break the record earlier in the game, after he rolled his penalty wide of the post. But [] 2026 World Cup: Messi breaks Klose’s record, now all-time highest goalscorer [Top 5]

Legit.ng

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· Jun 22, 2026

Argentina legend Lionel Messi becomes all-time World Cup scorer, wears special patch at 2026 tournament

Lionel Messi, wearing a unique jersey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scores a brace, becoming the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer with 18 goals.

Reuters

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· Jun 22, 2026

Messi breaks World Cup scoring record

Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history, netting twice during Argentina's 2-0 Group J win over Austria. The double also ‌extended Messi's scoring streak to six consecutive World Cup matches. Photographer Kai Pfaffenbach was there to witness and photograph the moment. #Messi #Argentina #WorldCup #Soccer #Football

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