Published Jun 22, 2026, 1:37 PM ET · Updated 5 months ago · 7 sources

Lionel Messi: Argentina star breaks World Cup scoring record with goal against Austria at 2026 World Cup

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Lionel Messi: Argentina star breaks World Cup scoring record with goal against Austria at 2026 World Cup

Argentina star Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring record at a World Cup after his goal against Austria. The forward - competing at his record-equalling sixth World Cup - had matched the 16-goal record set by the Germany international with his hat-trick in the opening game against Algeria. He then followed this up with a goal against Austria - breaking the record and taking him a goal clear at the top of the standings. It was a wonderful left-footed finished from the Argent