Messi sets World Cup record with goal against Cape Verde
Argentina secured a 3-2 extra‑time victory over Cape Verde to advance in the tournament. Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 29th minute, marking his 14th goal against a different opponent—a World Cup first.
The match saw Argentina lose a one‑goal lead twice before a late set‑piece finish clinched the win. Messi’s record underscores his enduring impact on the global stage.
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