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Klose Backs Messi to Break His World Cup Scoring Record
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 14, 2026
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Miroslav Klose said he hopes Lionel Messi breaks his all-time World Cup scoring record at the 2026 tournament. Argentina opens against Algeria, and Messi needs four goals to pass Klose’s 16-goal mark.
- 01Klose said Messi is “more than welcome” to break his World Cup record.
- 02Messi has 13 World Cup goals and needs four to surpass Klose.
- 03Argentina opens the 2026 World Cup against Algeria.
- 04Klose also praised Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, his former Lazio teammate.
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