Messi Scores a Stunning Hat-Trick and Makes World Cup History | FIFA World Cup 2026

📅 Match Information 🇦🇷 Argentina 3-0 Algeria 🇩🇿 🏆 Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup 📅 Date: June 16, 2026 🏟 Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, USA 📊 Final Score 🇦🇷 Argentina 3-0 Algeria 🇩🇿 ⚽ Goals 17' Lionel Messi 60' Lionel Messi 76' Lionel Messi ⚽⚽⚽ (Hat-trick) Match Summary Argentina began the defense of their World Cup title in perfect fashion with a convincing 3-0 victory over Algeria. After both teams had early goals ruled out for offside, Lionel Messi broke the deadlock in the 17th minute with a brilliant solo effort, curling the ball into the corner from outside the box. Algeria stayed organized for much of the first half, but Argentina took complete control after the break. Messi doubled the lead in the 60th minute before completing his first-ever FIFA World Cup hat-trick in the 76th minute, sealing a dominant victory for the reigning world champions. Historic Moments 🏆 Lionel Messi scored the first FIFA World Cup hat-trick of his career. 👑 His three goals saw him equal Miroslav Klose's all-time FIFA World Cup scoring record, marking another historic milestone in his legendary career. 🇦🇷 Argentina opened their World Cup title defense with a commanding victory and a clean sheet, sending a strong message to the rest of the tournament. #Argentina #Algeria #ArgentinaVsAlgeria #Messi #LionelMessi #GOAT #HatTrick #WorldCup #FIFAWorldCup #WorldCup2026