History has been rewritten. Lionel Messi has cemented his legacy as the greatest to ever play the game, adding the ultimate goal-scoring crown to an already legendary résumé. After scoring his first goal against Austria on June 22, Messi recorded his 17th FIFA World Cup goal to become the all-time scoring leader in the men's tournament. He’s officially surpassed the record held by Germany’s Miroslav Klose – and is now two clear of Klose with 18. The record for most goals scored at a World Cup tournament was previously held by Brazil women's team legend Marta with 17, which Messi tied with his...
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