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Lionel Messi became the all-time leading assist provider in World Cup history after creating Argentina’s second goal against Egypt in the 2026 round of 16.
The Argentina captain took his total to nine assists across World Cups, moving past Diego Maradona and Pelé on the all-time list. It was Messi’s first assist at the 2026 tournament.
The milestone came in a match that further strengthened his place in World Cup history, with the pass leading directly to Argentina’s second goal in the knockout tie.