Legendary! Lionel Messi scores against Austria and becomes the top scorer in World Cup history

Argentina takes the lead.

Details: Today's second round World Cup clash between Argentina and Austria witnessed a truly historic moment.

Argentine genius Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 41st minute, bringing his World Cup goal tally to 17—making him the all-time top scorer in World Cup history.

The previous record was held by German goal machine Miroslav Klose, who netted 16 goals across his career at the tournament. Messi has now officially surpassed this legendary mark.

Earlier in the same match, Messi missed a penalty in the opening minutes.

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