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Lionel Messi Ties Pele for Most International Goals by South American Player

Lionel Messi is on the verge of rewriting the record book again.

The Paris Saint-Germain star scored in the 14th minute of a 2022 World Cup qualifier against Bolivia. By doing so, he tied Brazil legend Pele for the most international goals by a South American.

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Messi laid waste to a number of impressive benchmarks during his time with Barcelona. One achievement remains somewhat contentious, though.

The 34-year-old scored his 644th goal for Barca last December, which was the most ever for a single club and put him ahead of Pele.