Miroslav Klose Reacts to Lionel Messi Taking World Cup Goal Record, Says 'I've Always Said'
Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose's World Cup goal record, with the Germany legend expressing his delight at the achievement. Messi's hat-trick against Algeria and two goals against Austria took him to the top of the all-time standings with 18 goals.
Klose had predicted the record would be broken, saying "the record will be broken eventually anyway, and then Messi is welcome to do it." He praised Messi as "the best footballer of all time" and a "genius."
Messi initially downplayed the achievement, saying he was "too tired to think about it" and instead focused on the team's performance. However, he later expressed "a lot of happiness" at breaking the record, prioritizing the team's victory and qualification.
Meanwhile, Kylian Mbappé has also made a significant impact, moving level with Klose's record of 16 goals in just 16 World Cup games. With four goals in two games this summer, Mbappé could potentially surpass Messi's record if he maintains his current form.
Klose had predicted the record would be broken, saying "the record will be broken eventually anyway, and then Messi is welcome to do it." He praised Messi as "the best footballer of all time" and a "genius."
Messi initially downplayed the achievement, saying he was "too tired to think about it" and instead focused on the team's performance. However, he later expressed "a lot of happiness" at breaking the record, prioritizing the team's victory and qualification.
Meanwhile, Kylian Mbappé has also made a significant impact, moving level with Klose's record of 16 goals in just 16 World Cup games. With four goals in two games this summer, Mbappé could potentially surpass Messi's record if he maintains his current form.
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