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Lionel Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal for Argentina
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· June 22, 2026
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Key takeaway This milestone was reached just two days before Messi's 39th birthday.
Lionel Messi has made history by breaking the World Cup scoring record. He achieved this feat while playing for Argentina, scoring his 17th goal in a match against Austria. The record-breaking goal was scored in the 38th minute, giving Argentina a 1-0 lead.
This milestone was reached just two days before Messi's 39th birthday. Further details about the match and Messi's achievement are available from KXXV, the local ABC news affiliate. Readers can visit their website or watch their broadcast for more information about this historic event.
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Category: local Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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