Argentine star Lionel Messi achieved a new historical record after scoring a goal in the “Tango” victory over Jordan 3-1, today (Sunday), in the third and final round of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
Messi participated as a substitute against Jordan, and scored a wonderful goal in the 80th minute from a direct free kick to the right of “Al-Nashama” goalkeeper Yazid Abu Laila.
A new World Cup achievement
According to the Opta network, which specializes in football statistics, Lionel Messi became the first player in the history of the World Cup to score in 7 consecutive matches in which he participated.
World Cup top scorer
Messi, 39 years old, is the top scorer in the 2026 World Cup with 6 goals, followed by Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembélé, and Vinicius Junior with 4 goals each.
“Tango” faces Cape Verde
The Argentine national team will meet Cape Verde next Saturday in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States of America, Canada and Mexico.
The Argentine star Lionel Messi has achieved a new historic record after scoring a goal in the “Tango’s” 3-1 victory over Jordan today (Sunday), in the third and final round of the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
Messi came on as a substitute against Jordan and scored a magnificent goal in the 80th minute from a direct free kick executed to the right of the “Nashama” goalkeeper Yazeed Abu Layla.
A New World Cup Achievement
According to the statistics network “Opta,” which specializes in football statistics, Lionel Messi has become the first player in World Cup history to score in 7 consecutive matches he participated in.
World Cup Top Scorer
Messi, who is 39 years old, leads the scoring chart of the 2026 World Cup with 6 goals, followed by Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembélé, and Vinicius Junior, each with 4 goals.
“Tango” Faces Cape Verde
The Argentina national team will meet Cape Verde next Saturday in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
