Lionel Messi equals World Cup free-kick Record in Jordan victory

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Argentina icon Lionel Messi has equaled the record for the most direct free-kick goals scored at the FIFA World Cup since 1966 after netting a brilliant set-piece against Jordan.

Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has written his name further into football folklore by equalizing the long-standing record for the most direct free-kick goals converted at the FIFA World Cup since 1966.

Coming off the bench in the 80th minute against Jordan, the maestro curled a sublime low effort around the defensive wall to secure a perfect group stage climax for La Albiceleste.

The historic strike marks Messi’s second ever direct free-kick goal on the global stage, mirroring his memorable 2014 set-piece against Nigeria.

By hitting this milestone, the 39-year-old maestro stands alongside an exclusive quartet of legendary dead-ball specialists in modern tournament history, pulling level with Brazil’s Rivelino, England’s David Beckham, and France’s Bernard Genghini.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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