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Lionel Messi breaks World Cup scoring record while playing at Dallas Stadium
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A crowd of more than 70,000 people witnessed history in Arlington, Texas, on Monday afternoon as soccer icon Lionel Messi scored the 17th and 18th goals in his FIFA World Cup career, setting the all-time record for the tournament and leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory against Austria.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The record-breaking performance by Lionel Messi at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington is a significant event for the local sports scene, drawing a massive crowd of over 70,000 people to the venue. This turnout demonstrates the strong interest in international soccer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which is likely to have a positive impact on the local economy. The success of this event may also pave the way for future high-profile soccer matches to be held in the area, potentially boosting tourism and revenue for local businesses. As the region continues to grow and diversify, events like this showcase the Dallas-Fort Worth area's ability to host large-scale international sporting events, further solidifying its reputation as a major sports destination. The local community will be watching to see if this momentum can be sustained and built upon in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A crowd of more than 70,000 people witnessed history in Arlington, Texas, on Monday afternoon as soccer icon Lionel Messi scored the 17th and 18th goals in his FIFA World Cup career, setting the all-time record for the tournament and leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory against Austria.
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