Messi Achieves Historic Milestone as All-Time World Cup Assists Leader

Argentinian star Lionel Messi continues to make history in the World Cup, becoming the first player to reach 10 assists in the tournament's history after setting up Alexis Mac Allister's goal in the quarter-final match against Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup.

The assist came from a perfectly executed corner taken by Messi, which Mac Allister headed into the net, giving Argentina the lead in the match, while the 'Tango' captain entered the tournament's records as the all-time assists leader in World Cup history.

This achievement underscores Messi's historic status as he continues to break records in his sixth World Cup appearance, adding another milestone to his legendary career with the Argentine national team.