FIFA World Cup: Messi creates history in final clash with France
Messi has participated in five FIFA World Cups
Argentine captain Lionel Messi continued to break and make records at the FIFA World Cup 2022 as he scored a penalty during the mega final against France at the Lusail Stadium on Sunday.
In his final appearance at the FIFA World Cup, the Argentina maestro has been a man on a mission to bring home the cherished title for his nation.
After a flawless penalty kick, Messi set a unique record with this score that solely bears his name.
With the penalty kick, Messi became the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in each of the following rounds: group stage, round of 16, quarterfinal, semifinal, and championship.
Despite making it to the 2014 World Cup final in Brazil, Messi has never scored in the elimination stages before this year's tournament.
With his sixth goal of the competition, Messi has also seized the lead in the race for the Golden Boot.
A record-breaking 26th World Cup participation by Lionel Messi also broke the tie with legendary German player Lothar Matthäus.
Starting in 2006, Messi has participated in five FIFA World Cups. With 12 goals overall, he is tied for sixth place all-time.
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