Before Lionel Messi, another man held the all-time World Cup goal scoring record, one who was not thought of in the same legendary status but one who nonetheless held a place of greatness in international football history.

Miroslav Klose delivered a sincere statement after Lionel Messi snapped his World Cup goals record with another superb performance for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi broke Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goals record with a brace for Argentina against Austria in the 2026 World Cup .

Messi started during Argentina’s Round of 16 match against Egypt on Tuesday, which was his 14th appearance in a knockout match.

Lionel Messi would break his World Cup scoring record. But did he also expect La Pulga to need only two matches to do it?Just moments ago, the

Since last night, Miroslav Klose has had company as the World Cup’s all-time leading scorer: Lionel Messi. In Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria, the 38-year-old found the net three times, taking his tournament tally to goals number 14 through 16.

The World Cup record goal scorer is still working in the sport

Miroslav Klose has seen this coming. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup now underway after Mexico's opening win over South Africa, the German legend who holds the all-time tournament scoring record with 16 goals says he fully expects Lionel Messi to surpass him ...

Miroslav Klose has sent a classy message to Lionel Messi after the Argentine icon officially surpassed him as the highest goalscorer in World Cup history. The 38-year-old climbed to the top of the mountain alone following a clinical performance against Austria as the defending champions continued their pursuit of more glory.

There’s no one better to break the record than the Argentine