Messi breaks Klose's record with 17th World Cup goal

Lionel Messi has set a new World Cup record by scoring his 17th goal in the tournament during Argentina's group stage match against Austria. This goal surpasses the previous record held by German striker Miroslav Klose, who had 16 goals.

BBC Sport has released a video compilation of all of Messi's World Cup goals, showcasing his scoring prowess across multiple editions of the tournament. The video captures each goal, from his first to the historic 17th, highlighting his skill and consistency on the biggest stage in football.

Messi's achievement marks a significant moment in football history, as he becomes the all-time leading scorer in World Cup competition. The record had been held by Klose since 2014, but Messi's performance in the group stage against Austria has now etched his name into the record books.

Argentina will continue their campaign in the tournament, and Messi will look to add to his tally. Fans around the world have celebrated the milestone, acknowledging Messi's place among the greatest players ever. The BBC video provides a comprehensive look at his goal-scoring journey in the World Cup.