FIFA 2026: Lionel Messi Scores Brace Against Austria to Guide Argentina Into Next Round
Lionel Messi has reached eighteen World Cup goals after scoring twice in Argentina's group stage match against Austria. Despite missing an early penalty, the striker
Lionel Messi has reached eighteen World Cup goals after scoring twice in Argentina's group stage match against Austria. Despite missing an early penalty, the striker bounced back to score a brace, securing a two-nil victory for Argentina and booking their spot in the next round. This performance follows a hat-trick in Argentina's opening fixture, bringing Messi's tournament tally to five goals as he leads the race for the Golden Boot.
Speaking after the match, Messi noted the highly competitive and physical nature of the tournament, praising his team's organization and hard work in successfully navigating two tough opening matches. Subscribe to India Today for NEW VIDEOS EVERY DAY and make sure to enable Push Notifications so you'll never miss a new video. All you need to do is PRESS THE BELL ICON next to the Subscribe button!
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