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Messi becomes first to score in 7 straight World Cup games while extending goals record
By Schuyler Dixon | Associated Press at Fort Worth Report
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi didn't have much time to try to become the first to score in seven consecutive World Cup games. Argentina's superstar did it anyway as a second-half substitute. Messi made it seven straight while extending the all-time men's World Cup scoring record with his 19th
Key takeaway Messi made it seven straight while extending the all-time men's World Cup scoring record with his 19th goal in Argentina's 3-1 victory over Jordan in a group stage finale on Saturday night.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The electric atmosphere at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, where a crowd of 70,649 cheered on Lionel Messi, is a testament to the strong soccer following in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. As the fifth-largest city in Texas, Fort Worth is part of a vibrant sports landscape that can support high-profile international matches like this one. The fact that Argentina's match against Jordan was held in Arlington, just a short drive from Fort Worth, highlights the region's ability to host major sporting events. With Texas Christian University's strong athletic programs and the city's own sports venues, Fort Worth is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing interest in soccer in the United States. As the World Cup continues to captivate audiences, it will be interesting to see how the local sports scene in Fort Worth and the surrounding area responds to the excitement generated by Messi's record-breaking performance.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi didn't have much time to try to become the first to score in seven consecutive World Cup games. Argentina's superstar did it anyway as a second-half substitute. Messi made it seven straight while extending the all-time men's World Cup scoring record with his 19th
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