Messi Joins Klose at Top of FIFA World Cup Goals

COLOMBO (News 1st); Lionel Messi has etched his name even deeper into football history after equalling the all-time FIFA World Cup goalscoring record, drawing level with Germany’s Miroslav Klose at 16 goals in the sport’s most prestigious tournament.

An image released by FIFA highlighting the updated rankings of all-time World Cup goal scorers confirms Messi’s joint top position alongside Klose, with both players now tied at 16 goals.

The Argentinian captain’s rise to the summit represents a defining moment in his career and has intensified global debate about his status among the greatest players in football history.

Trailing just behind the two leaders is Brazil’s Ronaldo with 15 goals, while Germany’s legendary striker Gerd Müller and France’s Kylian Mbappé follow with 14 goals each.

The chart underscores the elite company Messi now keeps, surpassing some of the most iconic names in the game.