Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with goals vs Austria

Argentina star Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring record at a World Cup after his two goals against Austria. The forward - competing at his record-equalling sixth World Cup - had matched the 16-goal record set by the Germany international with his hat-trick in the opening game against Algeria.

He then followed this up with two goals against Austria - breaking the record and taking him two clear at the top of the standings.

Messi's first goal was a wonderful left-footed finish to put his team ahead in Arlington in the 39th minute.

His second goal came in second-half injury…