A new video compilation documents every goal scored by Argentina's attacking players during the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups [1].

These highlights provide a visual record of the team's evolution from their 2018 campaign in Russia to their eventual victory in Qatar. The footage emphasizes the individual contributions of star forwards, and the collective effort required to secure a world title [2].

Lionel Messi served as the focal point of the Argentine offense across both tournaments. Messi scored one goal during the 2018 World Cup [3]. His performance increased significantly during the 2022 tournament in Qatar, where he scored seven goals [4].

In total, Messi recorded eight World Cup goals between 2018 and 2022 [5]. This scoring run culminated in Argentina winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup [2].

While the compilation includes Sergio Agüero in its title, official records indicate he did not contribute to the score sheet during this period. Agüero scored zero World Cup goals between 2018 and 2022 [5]. He was not part of the squad for the 2022 tournament, and did not find the net during the 2018 event in Russia [5].

The video serves as a retrospective of the two most recent World Cups for the nation. It contrasts the different outcomes of the two eras — the struggle in Russia and the triumph in Qatar [2].

“Lionel Messi recorded eight World Cup goals between 2018 and 2022.”

The disparity in goal scoring between the 2018 and 2022 tournaments reflects the peak of Lionel Messi's international career and the successful integration of a supporting cast that allowed Argentina to overcome previous shortcomings in Russia. While the team's marketing often groups star forwards together, the statistical reality underscores that Messi was the primary offensive engine during this specific championship window.