Lionel Messi has become the all-time leader in World Cup wins, surpassing Miroslav Klose’s previous record. Argentina defeated Austria 2-0, marking Messi’s 18th victory in the tournament. This win moved him ahead of Klose, who held the record with 17 wins. Messi had previously tied Klose’s record with his win against Algeria. The victory solidifies Messi’s position as a dominant force in World Cup history. This achievement adds to Messi’s already impressive list of accomplishments in the competition. Further details regarding the match and its implications are forthcoming.