In the biggest edition of the World Cup yet, we've already seen more goals than ever before — and we've already witnessed some bangers and golazos in just group play.  Lionel Messi continued to do what he does best and make history,

Lionel Messi starts for Argentina today as their World Cup defence continues with a last-16 tie against Mohamed Salah’s Egypt. Argentina survived an almighty scare last time out, defeating Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in one of the best games of the tournament.

There were a record 215 goals scored in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, unsurprisingly, given the expanded 48-team field. But there was an average of 2.99 goals scored per ga

Lionel Messi stands alone as the all-time top scorer in men's World Cup history. See who else ranks near the top.

Argentina were left shell-shocked by Egypt in their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match but later made a comeback

The Argentinians looked beaten. But they fought and fought and fought. Scoring one goal, then another to equalize. And, finally, a third to advance to the quarterfinal.

Lionel Messi has scored 16 World Cup goals and is close to breaking the record for most goals in tournament history. Here's the all-time top scorers.