In a remarkable display during the final group stage match of the World Cup against Jordan, Lionel Messi achieved a historic milestone. Coming off the bench, Messi scored directly from a free kick, making him the first player in history to find the net in seven consecutive World Cup matches.
This unprecedented streak began during the Qatar tournament, where Messi scored against Australia, the Netherlands, Croatia, and in the finals against France. His latest goal against Jordan has continued this exceptional run into the 2026 World Cup in the USA.
At the conclusion of the group stage, Messi topped the tournament’s scoring charts with six goals. Argentina progressed to the Round of 16, finishing as group winners with a total of nine points. They are set to face Cape Verde on July 4.
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