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Messi Sets World Cup Penalty Record in Argentina's Comeback

Published July 7, 2026 · Updated July 7, 2026 · Fox Sports

Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time assists leader but also set an unwanted record by missing his second penalty of the tournament in Argentina's 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt.

Despite his penalty miss, Messi scored and assisted as Argentina rallied from a 1-0 deficit to advance to the quarterfinals. The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner now holds the record for most assists in World Cup history, surpassing previous leaders. likesport.biz

Egypt took the lead through Yasser Ibrahim's 15th-minute goal, but Argentina scored three times in the final 11 minutes plus stoppage time. Messi and Argentina will face the winner of Switzerland vs. Colombia on Saturday at Kansas City Stadium.

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