Messi sets World Cup scoring record as defending champion Argentina advances to knockout stage
Summary
Lionel Messi set a new World Cup scoring record with his 17th and 18th goals as Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-0 win over Austria.
Key Points
- Lionel Messi set a World Cup record by scoring his 17th and 18th goals.
- Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup.
- Messi scored all five of Argentina's goals in the tournament and has 12 World Cup goals since turning 35.
- Argentina clinched the top spot in Group J with Jordan's loss to Algeria, guaranteeing advancement to next stage.
