The Telegraph • June 22, 2026 19:40

Messi becomes all-time leading World Cup scorer to end Ronaldo argument for good

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Messi smashes all-time World Cup goalscoring record with 18 goals for Argentina

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Messi becomes all-time leading World Cup scorer to end Ronaldo argument for good

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Messi smashes all-time World Cup goalscoring record with 18 goals for Argentina

Messi has become the highest-scoring player in World Cup history with 18 goals. He now has two more than the previous record holder, former Germany striker Miroslav Klose.