The Night a 38-Year-Old Ghost Walked Into Kansas City and Tied a Record the World Forgot Was Breakable
Lionel Messi hits a World Cup 2026 hat-trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria, drawing level with Miroslav Klose atop all-time scoring.
Messi Hat Trick Inspires Argentina to Perfect World Cup 2026 Start
World Cup 2026 opened in spectacular fashion for Argentina as Lionel Messi delivered a stunning hat trick in a 3 to 0 victory over Algeria in Kansas, drawing level in the all time World Cup scoring charts and underlining his enduring status as the tournament’s defining figure.
At 38 years of age, the captain produced a performance that was both ruthless and elegant, turning Argentina’s first group match into a personal milestone and a statement of intent for their title defence.
Level with Klose: A Hi…
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