🤝 Messi joins Ronaldo's table with opening goal vs Algeria
Lionel Messi scored in his 200th international appearance during the 2026 World Cup, becoming one of only two players to score in five different World Cup tournaments. He joins Cristiano Ronaldo in this exclusive achievement as both players near the end of their international careers.
Why it matters
This marks a historic milestone in professional football, highlighting the legacy of two of the sport's most iconic players.
On a day where Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland starred for France and Norway , the 2026 World Cup would not be complete without a magical moment from Lionel Messi.
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