He never stops writing history… Messi sets a new record

Lionel Messi once again etched his name into the annals of world football after setting a new all-time record with his 10th assist in World Cup tournaments to become the all-time leading playmaker in World Cup history during Saturday’s quarter-final clash between Argentina and Switzerland.

The 39-year-old Argentinian star in the tenth minute made a neat and accurate pass from a corner kick to teammate Alexis McAllister, who opened the scoring with a superb goal (1-0), forcing Messi to add another outstanding achievement to his legendary career.

The most versatile player

With this achievement, Messi became the player with the most appearances, most appearances, most wins, most goals and most assists in the history of the World Cup, a feat that no other player has achieved in the history of the world’s most prestigious tournament.

An unforgettable tournament at the age of 39

With his deadly record of 8 goals in the tournament so far, in addition to two assists, Messi is regarded as the absolute beacon and de facto leader of coach Lionel Scaloni’s team as he carries the attacking burden of the team at the most difficult and crucial moments.