Miami/IBNS, June 23 -- Argentine football legend Lionel Messi etched his name deeper into football history by becoming the highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history as Argentina defeated Austria 2-0 on Monday.

Messi breaks Klose's long-standing record

The Argentine captain had equalled Klose's record in Argentina's opening match of the tournament before surpassing it against Austria.

Double strike seals Argentina's victory

Messi was not done yet. The football icon struck again in stoppage time, netting his 18th World Cup goal to double Argentina's lead and secure a comfortable 2-0 win.

The victory further strengthened Argentina's campaign while adding another remarkable chapter to Messi's illustrious career.

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