Messi speaks after setting a record at the World Cup

Argentine star Lionel Messi has spoken about the record he set at the 2026 World Cup. Messi has become the top scorer in World Cup history.

He scored two goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria on Monday. He has taken his tally of goals scored at the World Cup to 18.

“More than anything, I’m very happy about the win,” Messi said. “It was a great, difficult and hard-fought win. It would allow us to be calm about what lies ahead. All the matches in this World Cup are very evenly matched, very intense. I’m enjoying this moment and want to enjoy it with my teammates.”

He missed a penalty in the ninth minute.

“There were moments when I was very angry about missing the penalty, but I managed to make up for it,” Messi said.