MESSI SCORES IN EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE WORLD CUP GAME

Lionel Messi scored Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde in Miami. The goal extended Messi's run of scoring in consecutive World Cup matches to eight games. According to the BBC, the finish was described as "sensational".

Argentina faced Cape Verde in the match played in Miami. Messi's goal gave Argentina the lead in the encounter. The striker's scoring streak across World Cup tournaments represents a notable individual record in the competition's history.

The goal marked another milestone in Messi's World Cup career. His eighth consecutive World Cup game with a goal demonstrates his consistency in the tournament format across multiple editions. Argentina's progression in the competition will depend on maintaining this form throughout their remaining fixtures.