Guinness World Records has spotlighted four historic milestones Lionel Messi set after his star performance that powered Argentina to a 2-0 group-stage win over Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Messi netted both goals in the match and, despite missing an earlier penalty, continued to shape Argentina’s attack and influence on football’s biggest stage.
The 38-year-old’s brace moved him past Germany’s Miroslav Klose, who finished with 16 World Cup goals, to a tournament-leading 18.
In a statement on Monday, June 22, 2026, Guinness World Records confirmed Messi now holds these World Cup records:
• Most FIFA World Cup finals goals by a football (soccer) player - 18.
• Most FIFA World Cup matches played by an individual - 28.
• Most matches won by a player at the FIFA World Cup - 18.
• Most minutes played in the FIFA World Cup - 2,489.
“We are witnessing history,” GWR said, underscoring the scale of Messi’s achievement. Playing in his sixth World Cup since his 2006 debut, Messi continues to redefine longevity and excellence at the international level.
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