Lionel Messi continues to dominate the 2026 World Cup, leading Argentina’s title defense in spectacular fashion.

The legendary striker has already scored five goals in just two games, while also becoming the tournament’s all-time top scorer with 18 World Cup goals, surpassing Miroslav Klosen.

The task of analyzing the incredible form of It fell to Messi’s former legendary teammate, Thierry Henry. After retiring from football and later trying his hand as a coach, the Frenchman has become a respected commentator and is covering the tournament for FOX Sports.

According to the former Arsenal striker, most of Messi’s career goals have come from the so-called “Zone 14”. Henry even joked that the Argentine knows the area so well that it’s like he “lives there and eats breakfast there”.

He then used a tactical chart to highlight exactly where the ‘Zone 14’ is – the central area just outside the opposition’s penalty area.

Henry backed up his point by analyzing Messi’s hat-trick against Algeria, explaining how the Argentine’s understanding of that space allows him to dominate defenders. Opponents often drop deep because they fear his ability, inadvertently leaving perfect space for Messi to exploit.

Alternatively, Messi can create the opening himself by playing a simple pass outside the goal before moving into the ’14 Zone’ to collect the ball back.

It was an interesting tactical lesson from Henry – and perhaps an important warning to any team hoping to stop Argentina. in the Cup To the world.

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