Messi makes history and shows why Argentina star i...
Amazing doesn't even begin to describe Lionel Messi, whose two goals in Argentina's win over Austria made him the top men's or women's World Cup scorer. And he's not done yet.
DALLAS -- Every time he touched the ball, you could feel the stadium bracing for his historic moment. Supporters inside Dallas Stadium stood up as soon as Lionel Messi gained possession inside Austria 's half in the 38th minute. Then, in a matter of seconds, his left-footed strike beyond goalkeeper Alexander Schlager turned a silent stadium into a cauldron of chants and cheers.
Fans sang "Messi, Messi" while bowing in unison to celebrate as the Albiceleste captain Messi made history with that goal, breaking a tie with Germany legend Miroslav Klose for the all-time leading scorer in men's World…
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