Lionel Messi Achieves World Cup Feat Only Accomplished Once Before, Giving Argentina Early Lead

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Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five World Cups, giving defending champion Argentina an early 1-0 lead over Algeria. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five World Cups, giving defending champion Argentina an early 1-0 lead over Algeria on Tuesday night. Making his record sixth appearance in the tournament, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner found a crease in the Algerian defense and easily beat goalkeeper Luca Zidane for his 14th World Cup