Messi Extends Lead as World Cup's Top Goalscorer

Lionel Messi, the captain of the Argentina national football team, has strengthened his position as the all-time highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history by scoring his 20th goal. This milestone was achieved during Argentina's match against Cape Verde on Friday.

Messi's goal extends his lead over France's Kylian Mbappé, who has scored 18 goals in the tournament. Former German striker Miroslav Klose previously held the record with 16 goals, placing him third.

Brazil's Ronaldo is fourth with 15 goals, while Germany's Gerd Müller occupies fifth place with 14 goals. The updated list of World Cup's all-time leading scorers now includes Messi at 20 goals, Mbappé at 18, Klose at 16, Ronaldo at 15, and Müller at 14.

Other notable scorers include Just Fontaine from France with 13 goals, Harry Kane from England with 12, and Pelé from Brazil with 11 goals.