Lionel Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina defeats Austria

Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina beat Austria 2‑0, securing the nation's advancement in the tournament and allowing Messi to become the all‑time leading scorer in World Cup history, surpassing Miroslav Klose. The performance drew worldwide praise, with media outlets highlighting his technical brilliance and the significance of the record at 39 years of age.

While many international newspapers celebrated the achievement, French daily L'Equipe offered a more critical view of Argentina's overall play, suggesting the team still relies heavily on individual talent and has room for improvement despite the victory.

The match, played in the United States, sparked enthusiastic reactions from fans and reinforced Argentina's status as a title contender in the competition.