Messi Puts Argentina Ahead Against Cape Verde, Matches 2022 World Cup Goal Tally

Lionel Messi has put Argentina ahead 1-0 against Cape Verde in their World Cup round of 16 clash, reaching a personal milestone in the process. The star forward netted his seventh goal of the tournament in the 29th minute, equaling his previous best World Cup goal count from the 2022 tournament.

Messi's decisive strike came from a sublime long ball delivered by Lisandro Martínez. The Argentine captain skillfully controlled the pass before looping it over the outstretched hand of goalkeeper Vozinha. This goal not only gives Argentina a crucial lead but also highlights Messi's consistent scoring form throughout the competition.

With this seventh goal, Messi now stands alone as the top scorer in the current World Cup, breaking a tie with Kylian Mbappé, who has six goals. Furthermore, Messi has now amassed 20 World Cup goals in total, extending his own record as the all-time leading scorer in the tournament's history. His continued performance underscores his enduring impact on the global stage.