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Lionel Messi's World Cup Milestone and Atlético Madrid Transfer Rumors

Updated 2026-06-22 23:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Lionel Messi scored two goals in Argentina’s victory over Austria, breaking the record for most goals by a men’s or women’s World Cup player. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez expressed his desire to leave the club this summer amid interest from top European clubs.

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ESPN
Julián Álvarez told ESPN he wants to leave Atlético Madrid this summer as Europe's top clubs jostle for the forward's signature.
2026-06-22 23:18 UTC
ESPN
Amazing doesn't even begin to describe Lionel Messi, whose two goals in Argentina's win over Austria made him the top men's or women's World Cup scorer. And he's not done yet.
2026-06-22 23:26 UTC
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