Messi tied for first place with Rivellino in long-distance goals at the World Cup

Argentina national team striker Lionel Messi scored five mid-range goals at the World Cup, tying for first place with Rivellino. Messi's long-range goal came against Algeria in the first match of this World Cup. His first goal against Algeria came in the 17th minute with a long-range shot after receiving a pass from De Paul. This is the fifth long-range goal out of the 16 goals Messi scored in the World Cup. He is now tied with Rivellino for the most long-distance goals in a World Cup since 1966. The Argentina national team is scheduled to play against Austria on June 22nd and then against Jordan on June 28th. --- ## Related Articles 1. [World Cup 2026: First match prediction and shock?](https://taegeukgoal.com/ko/news/2026-111) 2. [Gol Penyamaan oleh Mohammad Mohebi Bantu Iran Lakukan Seri Terhadap New Zealand](https://harimaugoal.com/ms/news/gol-penyamaan-oleh-mohammad-mohebi-bantu-iran-lakukan-seri-terhadap-new-zealand)

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