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Messi returns to the field and Golden Boot race at the World Cup continues
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 3, 2026
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Key points He recently scored his 20th World Cup goal, extending his goal-scoring streak. It is known that his goal was scored in the 29th minute of a game.
Lionel Messi has achieved a notable milestone in his World Cup career. He recently scored his 20th World Cup goal, extending his goal-scoring streak. This streak now stands at 8 games.
Further details about Messi's achievement are available from the source. It is known that his goal was scored in the 29th minute of a game.
The source reports that Messi's hopes for a second consecutive World Cup title are still alive, with more information available from the original report.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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