By Zoila Palma: Lionel Messi is celebrating his 39th birthday by reaching another historic milestone, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Argentina captain scored twice in a 2-0 victory over Austria in Dallas, bringing his World Cup tally to 18 goals and surpassing Germany legend Miroslav Klose.
The victory also secured Argentina’s place in the knockout stage and extended the team’s World Cup winning streak to eight matches since its opening defeat to Saudi Arabia in 2022. Messi has been central to Argentina’s campaign, scoring all five of the team’s goals in the current tournament.
Born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina, Messi is widely regarded as one of football’s greatest players. He currently plays for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer and captains the Argentina national team. Since beginning his professional career with Barcelona in 2004, Messi has won eight Ballon d’Or awards, six European Golden Shoes and a record 46 team trophies.
Messi helped Argentina capture the 2022 FIFA World Cup and later added the 2024 Copa América title to his achievements. Despite setting another individual record, the veteran forward said his attention remains on Argentina’s progress in the tournament.
“Beyond anything I’m so happy for the win,” Messi said, according to ESPN. “It was huge, tough and difficult. It would allow us to be relaxed to what’s ahead. All matches in this World Cup are very even, very intense. I’m enjoying this moment and craving to enjoy with my teammates.”
At 39, Messi continues to lead Argentina in pursuit of another World Cup crown, adding yet another chapter to a career that has spanned more than two decades.
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By Zoila Palma: Lionel Messi is celebrating his 39th birthday by reaching another historic milestone, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Argentina captain scored twice in a 2-0 victory over Austria in Dallas, bringing his World Cup tally to 18 goals and surpassing Germany legend
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