Lionel Messi has added another historic moment to his World Cup story.

The Argentina legend swept home his fourth goal of the tournament, taking his total to a record 17 goals on the World Cup stage.

Update: Messi later added another goal in the match, taking his tournament total to five and extending his World Cup record to 18 goals.

It was another reminder of Messi’s incredible ability to deliver when the spotlight is at its brightest. Even after years at the top, he continues to shape the biggest tournament in football with moments that feel timeless.

For Argentina, this was more than just another goal. It was another chapter in the legacy of a player who keeps finding new ways to make history.

Messi is not only chasing records anymore — he is becoming the record.