Argentina captain Lionel Messi has achieved another remarkable milestone by becoming the highest goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history. Messi scored his 17th World Cup goal during Argentina’s match against Austria, surpassing Germany legend Miroslav Klose’s previous record of 16 goals.

The football superstar reached this historic feat in his sixth World Cup appearance, further strengthening his legacy as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. His record-breaking goal came after a memorable run in the tournament, including a hat-trick in Argentina’s opening match against Algeria.

Messi’s latest achievement has once again placed him among the most celebrated figures in world football, with fans and experts praising his consistency and longevity at the highest level.