P. Schmeichel believes that L. Messi's record goal should not have been counted: 'Referee's mistake'

2026-06-22 23:18 © ZUMAPRESS.com

Legendary goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel, serving as an expert for "Fox" television during the World Cup, shared his opinion on Lionel Messi's record-breaking goal.

The Argentine, scoring his 17th goal in his sixth World Cup, made his mark after an illegal action by his teammate, according to P. Schmeichel.

On air, the Dane said: "I don't want to take anything away from Messi, but there was a foul in the goal situation. Alexis Mac Allister kicks Xavier Schlager from behind, who loses the ball."

This was a clear mistake by the match referee."

Later in the match, L. Messi scored his 18th goal in World Cup history, and Argentina defeated Austria 2-0.

Peter Schmeichel says Messi's goal shouldn't have stood because of a foul in the build up of the goal
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