Messi’s Record-Breaking Run Propels Argentina to 2026 World Cup Final
Argentina captain Lionel Messi continues to redefine World Cup history as he leads his team into the 2026 final against Spain. Against England in the semifinal, Messi became the first player since 1966 to complete nine dribbles and register two assists in a single knockout match. He has now featured in six different World Cups (2006–2026), a milestone previously unmatched in men’s football. Messi also extended his records for most World Cup matches (33) and wins (22), surpassing legends like Lothar Matthäus and Miroslav Klose. He remains the only player to record an assist in six separate tournaments and holds the all-time lead for matches as captain. His achievements at Qatar 2022 were just the beginning of an unprecedented legacy that reaches new heights at this year’s tournament.
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