In the match of the third round of the group stage of the World Cup 2026 against Jordan (3:1), the 39-strong Argentinean Viyshov was on the field after the interruption and already in the 80th half, scoring an effective goal with a direct kick from a free kick.

This goal became Messi's 72nd in his career, scored from a set piece. This performance is led by Cristiano Ronaldo, who may have scored 65 such goals..

Next up is the legendary Brazilian Juninho Pernambucano, who holds the world record - 77 free kick goals. In this way, the Messiahs add up to five extra strikes from the historical achievement.

Guess what, Messi set a unique world championship record.