Messi becomes first to score in 7 straight World Cup games while extending goals record

Summary

Messi scored in seven consecutive World Cup games, extending his all-time men's World Cup scoring record with his 19th goal in Argentina's victory over Jordan.

Key Points
  • Messi became the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup games.
  • He extended the all-time men's World Cup scoring record with his 19th goal.
  • Messi scored a free kick goal against Jordan in Argentina's 3-1 win.
  • He now has 123 international goals, second only to Cristiano Ronaldo.
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