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Messi Becomes World Cup's All-Time Top Scorer as Argentina Cruise Into Last 32
Times of India·Tuesday, 23 June 2026
Lionel Messi scored twice against Austria in Argentina's 2-0 win to become the highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history, netting his 17th and 18th tournament goals. He reached the landmark in the 38th minute, just two days before his 39th birthday. Messi also became the most victorious player in World Cup history with the result.
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