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Lionel Messi (06.16.2026)

Messi's hat trick ties all-time WC goals record in emphatic win

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Argentina's World Cup title defence began nervously before Lionel Messi reminded everyone he is Lionel Messi. The 38-year-old scored a hat trick in a 3-0 win over Algeria before 69,045 fans at Kansas City Stadium. Messi's three-goal performance also moved him level with Miroslav Klose on 16 career World Cup goals, with Klose having reached the mark in fewer matches.

Argentina v Iceland - International Friendly

‘Why not?’ - Messi has the ‘magic’ for second World Cup win

Lionel Messi possesses the magic to lead Argentina to a second consecutive World Cup title following their 2022 triumph in Qatar. Former team-mate Pablo Zabaleta believes the veteran forward is perfectly supported by his national and Inter Miami colleagues, allowing him to save his energy for crucial moments. Zabaleta says the current tactical setup is ideal for the GOAT.

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8FC Utrecht crestFC Utrecht00000000
9Feyenoord crestFeyenoord00000000
10Fortuna Sittard crestFortuna Sittard00000000
11Go Ahead Eagles crestGo Ahead Eagles00000000
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