Messi equals Maradona again: Argentina's greatest No.10s now level on World Cup assists
Published on: July 4, 2026, 11:45 a.m. | Source: Business Today
Lionel Messi added two more milestones to his legendary FIFA World Cup career after Argentina's 3-2 win over Cabo Verde, equalling Diego Maradona's record for most World Cup assists by an Argentine. The 39-year-old also became the first player to score in eight consecutive World Cup matches as Argentina progressed to the Round of 16.
