Lionel Messi breaks record for most World Cup goals after Austria strike - ESPN
Lionel Messi has become the highest goal scorer in World Cup history, reaching 18 goals after scoring twice in Argentina's victory over Austria. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by Miroslav Klose and marks Messi's participation in his sixth World Cup tournament.
Why it matters
This milestone cements Messi's legacy as one of the greatest athletes in history and highlights his continued dominance in professional sports at the age of 39.
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Lionel Messi became the highest goal scorer in World Cup history Monday, moving up to 18 with a superb double in Argentina 's Group J match against Austria and breaking a tie with Germany legend Miroslav Klose.
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