What more can be said about Lionel Messi? Since the start of the 2026 World Cup, the Argentine has not stopped breaking records and raising his name among the great stars of world football.
This June 22, against Austria, Messi once again delighted everyone with a double that not only puts the Albiceleste in first place in group Jbut also turns “La Pulga” into the top scorer in World Cup history, with 18 goals.
The applause for the Argentine has been unanimous. From social networks to well-known soccer stars, they have stated, since the beginning of the tournament, that Messi’s level is very high and that He can easily be considered one of the best players in history.
This recognition of Messi was seen more clearly at the end of the match between Argentina and Austria, since it has gone viral on social networks. the moment when several well-known football figures applaud him.
In several videos you can see how Lionel Messi is applauded first by José Néstor Pékermanformer Argentine soccer player and coach, who hugs him and congratulates him after finishing the game.
Then it appears Maxi Rodriguezhistoric Argentine player remembered for his performance in teams such as Liverpool, from England; Atlético de Madrid, from Spain; and Peñarol, from Uruguay.
Another of the most recognized figures who could not help but congratulate Messi after the game was German coach Jürgen Kloppconsidered one of the best coaches in history for leading teams like Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund to win important titles.
Finally, another of the stars who showered Messi with applause and congratulations was former German player Thomas Müllerrecognized for being one of the most outstanding footballers in the history of Bayern Munich, Germany.
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