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Lionel Messi Leads Argentina Despite Team Struggles at 2026 World Cup
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First reported by Mako · 18 hours ago
What happened
Despite Argentina's uneven performance at the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi continues to shine, delivering crucial goals and assists that keep the team competitive. At 39, Messi broke World Cup records for goals and assists, leading Argentina to a historic comeback win against Egypt. His leadership and historic achievements highlight his ongoing quest for World Cup glory.
- 01Argentina struggles against mid-tier teams like Cape Verde and Egypt at the 2026 World Cup.
- 02Lionel Messi, age 39, delivers key goals and assists despite the team's overall inconsistency.
- 03Messi assisted and scored in a comeback win over Egypt, marking Argentina's first halftime deficit win in World Cup history.
- 04Messi holds World Cup records for most goals (21) and assists (9), and scoring in consecutive matches.
- 05Argentina's 2026 team is not the strongest, but Messi's moments elevate their chances.
- 06Messi's World Cup performance is compared to a historic 'Michael Jordan moment' as he pursues another title.
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