Ageless Messi has World Cup scoring record in his sights (opens original article in a new tab)

Lionel Messi is close to breaking the World Cup scoring record with one goal needed, while Kylian Mbappe approaches his 100th international appearance for France.

• Lionel Messi equalled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals with a hat-trick against Algeria
• Messi needs one more goal to break the World Cup scoring record in the 2026 tournament
• Kylian Mbappe is set to play his 100th game for France against Iraq in the World Cup