Bangkok: Messi scored two goals for Argentina, leading his team to victory over Austria and setting a new record as the all-time leading scorer in the World Cup, surpassing former German national team striker Messi.
According to Thai News Agency, Lionel Messi, the superstar captain of the Argentinian national team, nearing 39 years old, delivered another sensational performance, scoring two goals to lead the "Albiceleste" to a 2-0 victory over Austria in their second Group J match of the 2026 World Cup. This win propelled Messi to the all-time leading scorer in the World Cup with 18 goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose's 16 goals, and earned him the Man of the Match award for the second consecutive time.
This victory for Argentina gives them a perfect 6 points from 2 matches, guaranteeing their place in the Round of 32. Argentina will play their final Group J match against Jordan on the morning of June 28th, Thailand time.