Lionel Messi World Cup Goals: Lionel Messi has set another historic record at the FIFA World Cup 2026. He set the record in a match against Cape Verde.

Another world record for Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi has set another historic record. On July 3, Argentina played against Cape Verde in the FIFA World Cup 2026, in which Argentina won 3-2 and advanced to the Round of 16. Messi scored a goal in this match, making him the first player in World Cup history to score in eight consecutive matches.

Lionel Messi gave Argentina a 1-0 lead in the 29th minute, but Cape Verde equalized in the second half. The match went into extra time, where both teams scored a total of three goals. Ultimately, Argentina won a thrilling 3-2 victory.

Scored goals in 8 consecutive World Cups

Lionel Messi has become the first player to score in eight consecutive World Cup matches. During this eight-match streak, Messi has scored a total of 12 goals. It's also worth noting that Messi's total World Cup goals have now reached 20, a world record in itself.

Messi currently leads the race to win the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup. He has scored seven goals so far, while France's Kylian Mbappé is close behind him with six.

Now clash with Egypt.

Argentina is moving strongly toward its second consecutive World Cup and fourth overall. Argentina remains undefeated in the tournament so far and will now face Egypt in the Round of 16, which will be played on July 7. Defeating Egypt will advance Argentina to the quarterfinals.