World Cup round-up: Messi breaks scoring record, Algeria survive, but Jordan are eliminated | The National
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Source: The National (UAE)
Published: 2026-06-23 17:14 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Latin America, World News
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Lionel Messi is now the greatest scorer in World Cup history. His two goals against Austria in a 2-0 win increase his tally to 18, moving him clear of Miroslav Klose. Messi has five at this tournament, helping Argentina to progress to the knockout stage as Group J winners.
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