Messi’s 20th World Cup goal in Argentina’s round of 16 clash with Cape Verde solidifies his record as the tournament’s leading scorer.
The goal not only extended his personal milestone but also marked his eighth consecutive match with a goal—a tournament record since World Cup tracking began in the 1960s. This achievement is part of an extraordinary eight-game scoring streak.
With seven of Argentina’s nine tournament goals to his name, Messi continues to dominate. Notably, 14 of his 20 World Cup goals have come in matches played after he turned 35, showcasing sustained elite performance.
Argentina’s next challenge comes against Egypt in Tuesday’s round of 16 match at Atlanta Stadium, where Messi’s form will be critical to advancing further.
