Lionel Messi makes history as all-time best World Cup scorer
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Messi, 38, broke Miroslav Klose’s longstanding men’s record when he opened the scoring in Argentina’s Group J victory over Austria. Messi, who has now scored in six consecutive World Cup matches, then broke Marta’s overall record when he added a second late on, his 18th World Cup goal.
Ronaldo’s strike in the sixth minute was his ninth career World Cup goal and first since he converted a penalty kick against Ghana in Portugal’s 2022 opener. It came after the Portugal captain faced a firestorm of criticism for his performance in Portugal’s opening 1-1 draw against Congo on June 17.
Lionel Messi leads the way with five goals with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland second with four goals each.
All the latest news and reaction as England are frustrated and Croatia beat Panama as Ronaldo inspires Portugal rout.
FIFA Men's World Cup fans in New York City can soak in the history of the tournament at the FIFA museum at Rockefeller Center in Midtown.
Portugal soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo took heavy criticism for his play against Congo DR, but made history on Tuesday.
A couple of USMNT stars, Gio Reyna and Sebastian Berhalter, have also had their fathers play in the World Cup.
