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Messi Equals World Cup Scoring Record with Hat-trick in Argentina Victory

Lionel Messi has become the World Cup's joint-top all-time leading scorer after netting a hat-trick. This achievement occurred as reigning champions Argentina commenced their title defense with a 3-1 win against Algeria.

By Fainaron·Jun 17, 2026 (an hour ago)·2 views
Messi Equals World Cup Scoring Record with Hat-trick in Argentina Victory

Lionel Messi has reached a significant milestone, becoming the World Cup's joint-top all-time leading scorer. This record-equalling performance featured a hat-trick by the superstar forward.

Messi's three goals contributed to reigning champions Argentina's 3-1 victory over Algeria. The match marked the beginning of Argentina's campaign to defend their World Cup title.

According to BBC World Cup, the win secured a strong start for the defending champions.

#lionel messi#world cup#football#argentina#hat-trick#scoring record#algeria
Source attribution: This article was AI-curated and rewritten by Fainaron from a piece originally published by BBC World Cup. Read the original at BBC World Cup →

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