Lionel Messi Breaks Pele's 56-Year-Old World Record; Becomes First Player In History To Achieve Remarkable Feat

Lionel Messi broke a 56-year-old record of Pele after scoring Argentina's first goal in their nervy 3-1 victory at Miami in the Round of 32.

Lionel Messi further solidifies GOAT credentials with another World Cup feat

Lionel Messi continues to make history in the World Cup during Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in their Round of 32 match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida, on Friday evening. The Inter Miami star has now

Lionel Messi adds another World Cup goal to his incredible legacy

In the first half against Cape Verde for the Round of 32, Lionel Messi scored another beauty, adding to his legacy.

Kylian Mbappé of France scores 19th career World Cup goal, 1 behind Golden Boot rival Messi

Kylian Mbappe of France scored his 19th career World Cup goal, finding the net on a penalty kick in the Round of 16 against Paraguay on Saturday and moving within one of record holder Lionel Messi of Argentina.

Lionel Messi attains historic World Cup record in thrilling World Cup knockout tie vs Cabo Verde

Veteran forward Lionel Messi delivered a spectacular goal to attain historic World Cup record during the Argentina vs Cabo Verde Round of 32 clash on Saturday in Miami.

2026 World Cup picks, odds, predictions: Best bets for Argentina vs. Cape Verde, Colombia vs. Ghana on Friday

The defending World Cup champions begin knockout round play on Friday when Argentina takes on Cape Verde at 6 p.m. ET, putting Lionel Messi back on the field in his chase for the Golden Boot. Messi is tied for the most goals (six) in the 2026 World Cup despite not playing his fourth game yet.