«Lionel Messi» set a record with 18 goals in the World Cup

Argentina national team captain Lionel Messi made history, stunning the football world. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

In the Group J match held in Texas, Messi scored a brace against Austria, leading his team to a 2:0 victory. This win was not just a triumph—it also set a new record in World Cup history.

Goal.com reported on this achievement. The two goals in this match brought Messi’s total World Cup goals to 18.

This allowed him to surpass Miroslav Klose’s record of 16 goals. According to Goal.com, Messi’s accomplishment inspired excitement among his Argentina teammates, who expressed deep respect for their captain the following day.

Midfielder Alexis Mac Allister particularly praised Messi’s skill on the pitch and his influence in the locker room. “He is the best footballer in the world.

We are all ready to give everything for Leo. We’ve won many tournaments together, and his happiness is vital to us.

He continues to motivate us,” Mac Allister said in an interview with Mundo Deportivo. The pride and awe within the squad were echoed by Leandro Paredes, who has shared many triumphs with Messi over the years and remains amazed by his captain’s ability to continually raise his game.

As Paredes put it, even though Messi seems to have achieved everything, he still finds new ways to amaze his teammates every time he steps onto the field. Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez added that after the match, he was unable to sleep, still feeling the emotions from Messi’s performance.

Having faced Austria’s physically strong defenders, Martinez said knowing that one of the greatest players in football history is on their side gave the team extra confidence. “I am endlessly proud to be alongside him every day and to know he is Argentine.

Words fail to describe him—we simply need to enjoy watching him play,” Martinez said. This victory strengthened Argentina’s position in the group while further cementing Messi’s legacy in world football history.

For Uzbek football fans, this record was a long-awaited moment. Lionel Messi, at 37, continues to deliver top-level performances, proving he will remain one of the key stars at the 2026 World Cup.

Currently, the Argentina national team, led by Messi, continues to reach new heights. Source: One.uz