Lionel Messi hat trick World Cup
Did Messi deserve a card? Debate rages despite historic hattrick
Lionel Messi’s first World Cup hattrick saw him equal Miroslav Klose’s record 16 goals, but his landmark display was overshadowed by debate over a controversial challenge.
17 June 2026, 11:42 AM
Magical Messi shines as Argentina begin title defence with 3-0 win over Algeria
Messi netted a spectacular opener from distance in Kansas City, then poked home from close range before completing his first ever World Cup hat-trick to give him a total of 16 goals.
17 June 2026, 09:01 AM
Messi equals all-time goalscoring record at World Cups with hattrick
He completed his hat-trick in the 76th minute, sending the massed ranks of Argentine fans in Kansas City wild.
17 June 2026, 07:34 AM