Lionel Messi added another incredible chapter to his legendary career after becoming the first player in FIFA World Cup history to score in eight consecutive matches. The Argentina captain achieved the unprecedented milestone during his side’s dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde, helping the defending champions book their place in the Round of 16.Messi wasted little time in making his mark, opening the scoring in the 29th minute with a superb finish. Timing his run perfectly, the 39-year-old latched on to a long pass from Lisandro Martinez before taking a touch and smashing the ball into the roof of the net, leaving veteran goalkeeper Vozinha with no chance.The goal was more than just another addition to Messi’s incredible tally. It was his 20th career FIFA World Cup goal, extending his own record in the competition, while also making him the only player to find the net in eight consecutive World Cup matches. During that incredible streak, Messi scored 12 goals, a feat unmatched in the history of the tournament.Argentina, however, were made to work hard by a fearless Cape Verde side that continued their fairytale debut World Cup campaign. Sidny Lopes Cabral canceled out Messi’s opener before Lisandro Martinez restored Argentina’s lead in added time. Deroy Duarte scored again for Cape Verde to level the match, but Argentina finally secured victory in the 111th minute when Cristian Romero’s header deflected off Diney Borges for an own goal.The result takes Argentina to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt after the African side defeated Australia in a penalty shootout.Messi’s latest strike has also strengthened his bid for another Golden Boot. The Argentine skipper now has seven goals in the tournament, one more than France’s Kylian Mbappé, and moved two goals clear of his long-time rival on the all-time FIFA World Cup scoring list.While Argentina survived a major scare against the tournament’s surprise package, the night ultimately belonged to Messi. With another record added to his glittering legacy, the football icon once again proves why he continues to repeat the greatness on the biggest stage in world football.