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Lionel Messi continues to break records at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while Afghanistan remains at the bottom of the KidsRights Index 2026 for children's rights.

• Lionel Messi scored five goals in the first two matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making him the top scorer in men's World Cup history with 18 goals across six tournaments.
• Afghanistan ranked last in the KidsRights Index 2026, highlighting ongoing challenges in children's rights and humanitarian conditions.