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Lionel Messi, Inspired by Rafael Nadal, Equals All-Time World Cup Goals Record
Lionel Messi reflects on his motivation behind record-breaking performance in the 2026 World Cup opener, drawing inspiration from tennis icon Rafael Nadal.
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'It's an honour' - Lionel Messi reacts to equalling all-time World Cup goals record as Argentina captain takes inspiration from tennis icon Rafael Nadal
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It's an Honour: Lionel Messi's Record-Breaking Achievement
Lionel Messi recently made headlines as he led Argentina to a stunning 3-0 victory over Algeria in the 2026 World Cup, achieving a historic hat-trick that allowed him to equal the all-time tournament goals record. In a post-match interview, Messi shared insights into his continued dominance on the field, attributing much of his success to the influence of tennis legend Rafael Nadal.
