Rome, 12 July (LaPresse) – Having already made history by becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history – particularly following his hat-trick against Algeria, which saw him overtake Miroslav Klose – Lionel Messi continues to break records. With eight goals since the start of the 2026 World Cup, the Argentine continues to lead his national team, which will face England in the semi-finals. But last night against Switzerland, the Argentine captain made history in another way. As FootMercato points out, with his assist from a corner for Alexis Mac Allister in Argentina’s 3–1 extra-time victory, Messi reached 10 assists at the World Cup and became the tournament’s all-time leading assist provider, overtaking Germany’s Fritz Walter, who remained on 9. Another prestigious milestone to add to an already legendary career.
2026 World Cup: Messi breaks a record and is also the best assist provider in history
Rome, 12 July (LaPresse) – Having already made history by becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history – particularly following his hat-trick against Algeria, which saw him overtake Miroslav Klose – Lionel Messi continues to break records. With eight goals since the start of the 2026 World Cup, the Argentine continues to lead his national team, which will face England in the semi-finals. But last night against Switzerland, the Argentine captain made history in another way. As FootMercato points out, with his assist from a corner for Alexis Mac Allister in Argentina’s 3–1 extra-time victory, Messi reached 10 assists at the World Cup and became the tournament’s all-time leading assist provider, overtaking Germany’s Fritz Walter, who remained on 9. Another prestigious milestone to add to an already legendary career.
