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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 2 | History Defined

‘I’ve Always Said’—Miroslav Klose Reacts to Lionel Messi Taking World Cup Goal Record

Two strikes against Austria took Messi up to 18 career goals at the World Cup.

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Kylian Mbappé of France scores his 15th World Cup goal, tying for 3rd most in history

Kylian Mbappé of France has scored his 15th career World Cup goal

The Independent UK

All-time World Cup top scorers

Lionel Messi is the all-time World Cup top scorer, with 17 goals spread across six tournaments for Argentina

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Lionel Messi Breaks Historic World Cup Scoring Record

Regarded as the greatest of all time by many, Messi now stands alone at the top.

Sports Illustrated

The Top 10 World Cup Goal Predators of All Time

These 10 strikers are the World Cup’s greatest-ever goal predators.

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Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi Even in Golden Boot Market on Kalshi

Kalshi favored Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi to win the World Cup Golden Boot.

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2026 World Cup: The 12 Best Individual Performances of First Group Games

Many of the big names stepped up in the tournament’s opening matches.

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Football’s greatest showman shows Mbappé and Haaland who’s boss

In today’s Football Daily: The big guns join the party

The Guardian - UK

‘Difficult’—Lionel Messi Explains Why He Cried After Scoring for Argentina

The quiet soccer icon was overcome with emotion in Argentina’s 2026 opener.

Sports Illustrated

The all-time World Cup top scorers as Mbappé closes in on record

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi ties Miroslav Klose for most World Cup goals as Argentina cruise past Algeria 3-0

France finds a way to break a goalless first half as they cruise past Senegal, the African champions whose recent AFCON title was stripped on a technicality and awarded to Morocco, delivering a 3-1 win campaign opener.

Euronews

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo club, becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups

Lionel Messi achieved his 200th international appearance for Argentina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria. At 38, he joins an elite group of footballers with such longevity. Messi's illustrious career includes a World Cup title, multiple Copa América triumphs, and numerous World Cup records, solidifying his status…

The Economic Times

Kylian Mbappe Breaks Two France Goalscoring Records in Opening World Cup Win

Les Bleus started off with an entertaining victory against Senegal in the New Jersey sunshine.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe Is Three Goals Away From World Cup Immortality

It’s only a matter of time before the Frenchman cements himself as the greatest goalscorer in the competition’s history.

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Soccer Quiz: Name the 10 Top-Scoring Nations in World Cup History

Which are the nations to have plundered the most goals since the first World Cup tournament back in 1930?

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The 15 Greatest World Cup Soccer Players Of All Time—Ranked

Delivering on the FIFA World Cup stage comes with a unique level of pressure. For established superstars, there is the weight of expectation. For rising talents

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The Ultimate Team World Cup Performance: Brazil in 1970

Some legendary squads have revolutionized the World Cup over the years.

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The 20 Best Belgian Soccer Players of All Time—Ranked

Despite never winning a major international trophy, Belgium has produced some truly exceptional soccer players over the years.

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The 10 Most Iconic Moments in World Cup History—Ranked

From dramatic upsets to unforgettable celebrations, these 10 World Cup moments have helped define the greatest tournament in world soccer.

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The 10 Best World Cups of All Time—Ranked

Sporting spectacles don’t come any better than the World Cup—especially these iconic editions that rose above the rest.

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The 10 Players With the Most Goals in a Calendar Year—Ranked

No players in soccer history have ever dominated a calendar year quite like these.

The Guardian - UK

Football’s greatest games: from Messi’s magnificence to the mighty Magyars

PSG 5-4 Bayern, arguably the wildest match in Champions League history, has sparked a debate about football’s finest dramas – here are six to savour

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2026 World Cup: The Favorites to Win the Golden Boot—Ranked

No player has ever won the World Cup Golden Boot twice, but several players can change that this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Kane, Kompany and a Cockatoo: Bayern Munich’s Record-Shattering Bundesliga Title in Numbers

This goal-laden iteration of Bayern Munich have enjoyed an unparalleled year of dominance in the Bundesliga.

Sports Illustrated

Harry Kane Breaks 95-Year Goal Record With Cristiano Ronaldo in His Sights

The Bayern Munich striker is enjoying a famous season.

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