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Lionel Messi Aissa Mandi Argentina v Algeria 2026 World Cup

'Preferential treatment' for Messi? Argentina's hat-trick hero escaped '100% red card'

Lionel Messi enjoyed a historic night as Argentina dispatched Algeria 3-0 in their World Cup opener, but the victory was marred by a controversial incident that left fans and pundits questioning the officiating. The Inter Miami star netted a sensational hat-trick to equal the all-time tournament goals record, yet many believe he should not have been on the pitch to complete the feat.

Messi inspired by Nadal after equalling all-time World Cup goals record

Lionel Messi has opened up on the motivation behind his continued dominance after inspiring Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Inter Miami star netted a historic hat-trick to equal the all-time tournament goals record, later citing tennis legend Rafael Nadal as a key influence on his mindset.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi at No.1

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

Argentina v Algeria: Group J - FIFA World Cup 2026

Messi explains tears after hat-trick in Argentina World Cup opener

Lionel Messi proved once again why he remains the undisputed king of world football after netting a historic hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 demolition of Algeria in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Inter Miami superstar dominated the headlines at Kansas City Stadium, not just for his record-equalling exploits on the pitch, but for an emotional celebration that left the veteran in tears.

Argentina vs Austria FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of Argentina vs Austria at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

'Playing at a very good level' - Scaloni defends De Paul's MLS move

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Rodrigo De Paul stunned plenty of Argentina fans when he decided to leave Atletico Madrid for Inter Miami with the World Cup less than a year away, but national team manager Lionel Scaloni backed the midfielder’s move to Major League Soccer, stressing he is more concerned with performance than club address.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
12	FC Jaerfaella	12	3	2	7	17	25	-8	11	L L L W W
13	Gefle	12	3	2	7	15	26	-11	11	L L W L D
14	Assyriska FF	12	2	4	6	17	26	-9	10	L L W D D
15	IFK Stocksund	12	1	5	6	27	33	-6	8	D W D D L
16	Piteaa	12	2	2	8	13	27	-14	8	L L D D W

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