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World Cup live updates: Messi misses early penalty...
Key takeaways
- Coming off their 3-0 win over Algeria, Argentina secured their place in the round of 32 with a 2-0 win over Austria, who previously beat Jordan in group play.
- Oh, and Lionel Messi made history, scoring twice (and missing a penalty) to break Miroslav Klose's record and becoming the leading career goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
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