'He is human' - Messi misses from the spot as he chases scoring record

Lionel Messi missed a penalty kick against Austria on November 29, 2022, which would have set a new all-time World Cup scoring record. The Argentine captain's attempt struck the post, preventing him from surpassing the current record of 10 goals. This miss occurred during a group stage match in the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar. Messi had previously scored 9 World Cup goals entering the match. The penalty was awarded in the first half of the game. Despite the missed opportunity, Messi went on to score later in the match from open play, bringing his World Cup tally to 10 goals, tying the existing record. The match ultimately ended in a 2-0 victory for Argentina, securing their advancement in the tournament. The record is currently held by several players, including Gabriel Batistuta of Argentina and Gary Lineker of England.