Lionel Messi Becoming the first player in World Cup history to score in eight consecutive games adds another extraordinary chapter to his storied career. The Argentina captain reached an unprecedented milestone in a dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde, helping the defending champions seal a place in the last 16.Messi was quick to score, opening the scoring in the 29th minute with a trademark shot. The 39-year-old timed his run perfectly, latching on to Lisandro Martinez’s lofted pass before taking a touch and hammering the ball into the roof of the net, leaving veteran goalkeeper Wozniak without any chance.This goal was more than just another addition to Messi’s remarkable list of goals. This is his 20th career fifa world cup The goal, extending his own record in the competition, also made him the only player to score in eight successful World Cup matches. During that incredible run, Messi scored 12 goals, an unparalleled feat in World Cup history.However, a fearless Cape Verde kept Argentina going and continued its fairytale World Cup debut. Sidney Lopez Cabral canceled out Messi’s opener and Lisandro Martinez restored Argentina’s lead in extra time. Deroy Duarte scored again to equalize for Cape Verde, but Argentina finally sealed victory in the 111th minute when Cristian Romero headed past Dini Borges’ own goal.The result puts Argentina in the last 16, where they will meet Egypt, who eliminated Australia in a penalty shootout.Messi’s recent goals have also bolstered his chances of competing for another Golden Boot. The Argentina captain currently has seven goals in the World Cup, one more than France’s Kylian Mbappe, and is two more than his long-time rival on the FIFA World Cup goalscoring list.Although Argentina survived the surprise surprise of this World Cup, the night ultimately belonged to Messi. The football icon has added yet another record to his illustrious legacy, proving once again why he continues to redefine greatness on world football’s biggest stage.
