In the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, Argentina lost 0-1 to Spain, and 39-year-old Messi is almost certain to have completed his last dance at the FIFA World Cup. The stories and marks he left on the highest stage of national team football are spectacular enough: 6 FIFA World Cups, 34 appearances, 21 goals, 12 assists, 1 championship, 2 runner-up finishes.
Messi's career FIFA World Cup statistics:
6 tournaments (tied for most in history)
34 appearances (most in history)
21 goals (second most in history)
12 assists (most in history)
23 wins
5 draws
6 losses
16 times selected as man of the match
1 championship (2022)
2 runner-up finishes (2014, 2026)
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iceyez
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Messi's Golden boot
mikcekmnty
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Argentina is the only team in history of world cup to play 120min without short on target, off target, not even attempted to opponent keeper This means that FIFA help them reach final.
LamineYamaI
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is Messi the worst big game player ever? Failed in Europe since 2015 even at his “peak” with Barca and PSG. Failed internationally. Retired twice. And only until Infantino, he started winning at international level with the worst officiating ever in 2022 and 2026
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Thank you, Lionel Messi, for the remarkable performances throughout this World Cup. You inspired millions once again with your vision, creativity, leadership, and passion for the beautiful game. Every touch, every pass, every dribble, and every moment on the pitch reminded the world why you are one of football's greatest legends. Win or lose, your legacy will never fade. You have given football fans unforgettable memories, broken countless records, and shown what dedication and humility truly look like. Thank you for making this World Cup special and for continuing to inspire generations of players and supporters around the world. Forever a legend. Forever our captain. Forever the GOAT. 🐐🇦🇷⚽
sobbiltz
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Messi's Golden boot
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I swear the only thing Ronaldo fans have to celebrate is Messi’s downfall 🤦♂️
LM07
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Messi's Golden boot
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u should be cry bcoz fc Barcelona won the world cup no madrid players 🤣🤣
nodadiuy
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Argentina is the only team in history of world cup to play 120min without short on target, off target, not even attempted to opponent keeper This means that FIFA help them reach final.
when you lost lost like argentina with no excuses and accept defeat as a man not like portugal and their fans