Lionel Messi's 2026 World Cup Goals As He Continues Breaking Records, Ranked

The GOAT just keeps reminding us he's the GOAT. So here are Lionel Messi's 2026 World Cup goals from best to the very best.
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Breaking down Lionel Messi’s 916 goals – and how they prove he’s the ultimate goalscorer

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