Argentine Skipper Lionel Messi, has become the all-time leading scorer in South American men’s football history.
Messi surpassed the legendary Pele of Brazil’s record following the hat-trick he scored in the 3-nil win against Bolivia on Friday morning, in Buenos Aires in the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier.
The former Barcelona captain took his tally to 79 goals in 153 games ahead of the Brazil great Pele’s 77 goals he scored in 79 games.
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In a post-match interview in Argentina, Messi shed tears of joy as the nation erupted, while also celebrating the team’s recent win of the Copa America 2021.
Argentina will resume their World Cup qualifying matches on October 7 against Paraguay.
Edited: Tunde Orebiyi
