Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with goal vs Austria

Argentina star Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose's all-time scoring record at a World Cup after his goal 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 a goal against Austria - breaking the record and taking him a goal clear at the top of the standings.

It was a wonderful left-footed finished from the Argentina captain to put his team ahead in Arlington in the 39th minute.