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Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with 2 more goals for Argentina
By Stephen Hawkins, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 5 min read
Scoring goals and breaking records is what Lionel Messi does, and he is already doing that again in his sixth World Cup.The Argentina captain has the World Cup scoring record all to himself after another standout performance, one that began with frustration after missing a penalty kick and ended ...
Key takeaway That gave him 18, six days after his first-ever hat trick in the tournament had matched Germany striker Miroslav Klose's previous record for World Cup goals.
Why this matters in Tomball News
For Tomball residents and Houston area soccer fans, Lionel Messi's record-breaking performance is a significant development, given the city's strong soccer following and proximity to major sporting events. As Argentina advances to the knockout round, local fans will be watching closely to see how the team fares, potentially drawing larger crowds to watch parties and gatherings in the Tomball area. The fact that Messi equaled and then broke the record in the United States, with one of the games taking place in Kansas City, also highlights the growing interest in soccer in the country and the potential for future international matches to be held in Houston. With the Houston area being a melting pot of cultures, including a large Latin American population, the success of Argentina and its star player is likely to resonate strongly with local fans, generating excitement and enthusiasm in the community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Scoring goals and breaking records is what Lionel Messi does, and he is already doing that again in his sixth World Cup.The Argentina captain has the World Cup scoring record all to himself after another standout performance, one that began with frustration after missing a penalty kick and ended ...
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