Lionel Messi

Argentina narrowly avoided an upset in extra time to advance to the Round of 16 against Egypt. Lionel Messi became the first man to score 20 career World Cup goals.

Defending champions Argentina survived a scare against World Cup debutants Cape Verde, securing a 3-2 victory in extra time to advance to the Round of 16.

Argentina advances to the Round of 16 after Lionel Messi became the first male player to score 20 World Cup goals during a victory over Cape Verde.

Lionel Messi made World Cup history with his 20th tournament goal as Argentina defeated Cape Verde to advance to the Round of 16.

The expanded 48-team World Cup has set a new all-time attendance record as the group stage concludes. While giants like France and Argentina dominate, smaller nations are disrupting the hierarchy.

Lionel Messi and Vinícius Júnior lead a composite 'ideal eleven' following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup group stage.

England and Argentina secure top seeds in their respective groups as Harry Kane moves ahead of Gary Lineker and Lionel Messi breaks a historic scoring record.

Lionel Messi made history during Argentina's 3-1 win over Jordan, extending his all-time World Cup scoring record to 19 goals.

Lionel Messi has surpassed Miroslav Klose to set a new World Cup scoring record as Argentina secures a spot in the knockout stages.

Lionel Messi extends his scoring record in Argentina's win over Jordan, while England tops Group L and Scotland exits the tournament.

Argentina's Lionel Messi has taken an early lead in the goalscoring charts after a dominant start to the tournament. He is currently pursued by Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi will begin the final Group J match against Jordan as a substitute after securing the top spot in the group.