Watch: Messi's family celebrates record-breaking World Cup brace as Argentina advances to Round of 32

Lionel Messi delivered a historic performance on the pitch, while his loved ones provided an emotional backdrop in the stands during Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Inter Miami superstar, who missed an early penalty, redeemed himself with two clinical strikes, one in the 38th minute and another in stoppage time, to secure all three points for the defending champions. The brace not only propelled Argentina into the knockout stages but also saw the 38-year-old superstar break the men’s all-time World Cup goalscoring record.

In a heartwarming scene captured from the VIP box, Messi’s family, including his wife and young children dressed in Argentina jerseys, erupted in celebration. Footage shows the children cheering wildly, smiling ear-to-ear, and raising their arms in jubilation with each goal, embodying the pure joy of the moment alongside other family members.

Watch: Messi's family celebrates record-breaking World Cup brace as Argentina advances to Round of 32

The win keeps Argentina’s title defense on track in the expanded tournament, with Messi once again proving why he remains the heartbeat of the national team. Fans around the world celebrated the family moment as a perfect illustration of the human side of the sport’s biggest stage.

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