In a breathtaking display of his unparalleled skill, Lionel Messi has etched his name into the history books by becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup tournaments. The Argentine soccer legend achieved this remarkable feat by netting a record-breaking 18th World Cup goal, surpassing the previous record held by Miroslav Klose. Messi's incredible performance came in Argentina's match against Austria, where he initially scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal before adding another to his tally and cementing his status as a football icon. With this achievement, Messi has solidified his legacy as one of the greatest soccer players of all time.
Messi scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal in Argentina's game against Austria. And, then, he netted another goal, making him the all-time leader in World Cup tournaments (men and women).