Lionel Messi becomes World Cup all‑time top scorer

Lionel Messi scored his second goal for Argentina in the group‑stage match against Austria on 22 June 2026 in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas. The goal gave him the record for the most goals ever scored in FIFA World Cup history, cementing his status as the tournament’s all‑time leading scorer.

The match was part of the tenth group game of the 2026 World Cup and highlighted Messi’s continued impact on the tournament despite his long career.