Lionel Messi Makes History: First Player to Score in 7 Consecutive World Cup Matches

Lionel Messi made history in the 2026 FIFA World Cup J Group match between Argentina and Jordan, which Argentina won 3-1. Messi scored a free kick in the 80th minute, increasing his total World Cup goals to 19 and breaking his own record. This goal marked Messi's 72nd career goal and 12th free kick goal for the Argentine national team. The 39-year-old star player is also second in the international goal-scoring list, behind Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi scored his 123rd goal in his 202nd match for the national team. Messi became the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches, a achievement that is considered one of the most significant in his career.