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RARE PHOTOS: Argentina - The Real Truth

Messi adds another chapter to legend with record-tying treble

Lionel Messi delivered a stunning hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup victory. The 38-year-old star proved his enduring significance to the reigning champions. He now shares the men's all-time scoring record at the tournament. Messi's performance also marked his sixth World Cup appearance and 200th international match. His resilience was evident…

The Economic Times

Perfect 10: there's no business like Messi business

The greatness of Lionel Messi has taken the 2026 World Cup by the scruff of the neck with even superstar Erling Haaland laughing: "He is a madman!"

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Lionel Messi Bags Historic World Cup Hat Trick... But Fans Insist Tournament Is 'Rigged' After Red Card Escape

Lionel Messi's hat-trick led Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria in their World Cup opener, despite controversy over an unpunished challenge on Aissa Mandi.

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The extraordinary numbers behind Lionel Messi – and the all-time World Cup record now in his grasp

Analysis: Messi has long been called ‘incomparable’, but if that greatness manifested itself largely in the colours of Barcelona, it may have come later in life in the albiceleste of Argentina

The Independent UK

Alexis Mac Allister’s Agent Sends Message to Real Madrid Amid Transfer Speculation

The Argentina international is under contract at Liverpool until 2028.

Sports Illustrated

10 Photos of Lionel Messi's Wife: Antonela Roccuzzo Steals the Spotlight With Viral Pre-World Cup Bikini Post

Antonela Roccuzzo has gone viral after a leopard-print bikini post drew more than 2.4 million likes ahead of Lionel Messi's World Cup 2026 campaign.

International Business Times UK

France seal hard-earned win against Senegal, Messi scores hat-trick for Argentina

Tactical changes by Les Bleus manager Didier Deschamps at half-time saw France seal a 3-1 win in their opening game against Senegal. Kylian Mbappé scored a brace, becoming the country's top goalscorer, with 58 goals to his name. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi helped Argentina shine with a hat-trick against Algeria –…

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Kalshi Signs Deal With Argentina Soccer for Messi's World Cup Run

Kalshi and Argentina announce a partnership deal that lasts throughout the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | Lionel Messi Hat Trick Headlines an Especially Star-Studded World Cup Day

You might not see another single day with as much attacking excellence on display as we saw on Tuesday with Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland all scoring multiple goals.

Sports Illustrated

What Happened to Lionel Messi? Emotional Icon Reveals Personal Turmoil Behind World Cup Goal Tears

Lionel Messi scored a record-breaking hat-trick for Argentina at the World Cup, revealing post-match that his tears were due to personal struggles unrelated to football, highlighting his emotional vulnerability.

International Business Times UK

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Harry Kane joins Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland in race

England captain nets first-half brace against Croatia as early top scorers list gets another star name

Evening Standard

40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?

In soccer, memorable goals are generally linked to the players who scored them. Few can be recalled without mention of the individual – or even the team – involved.

The Conversation

‘Difficult’—Lionel Messi Explains Why He Cried After Scoring for Argentina

The quiet soccer icon was overcome with emotion in Argentina’s 2026 opener.

Sports Illustrated

Every Goal Lionel Messi Has Scored at the World Cup

Lionel Messi’s 16 World Cup goals are the joint-most in tournament history.

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Evening Standard

Spain stall, Brazil disappoint and France recover: How England's rivals are faring at World Cup 2026

Argentina and Germany have also made strong starts at this summer’s World Cup

Euronews

Messi hat-trick fuels Argentina's World Cup title hopes

Fans in Buenos Aires celebrated as Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to lead defending champions Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria in their World Cup opener.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi Reminds Everyone of His Enduring Brilliance in Argentina Saunter

Not only did Argentina’s talisman notch his first ever World Cup hat-trick, he also went joint level as the all-time World Cup top scorer.

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi explains why he was crying during World Cup hat-trick

Messi scored all the goals in Argentina’s comfortable 3-0 win over Algeria but appeared to be wiping away tears after celebrations of his first strike

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International Business Times UK

'An Animal': Argentina Raves About Lionel Messi's Historic Hat Trick In World Cup Win Over Algeria

Lionel Messi earned praise and admiration from Argentina after scoring a historic hat-trick in the nation's 3-0 World Cup win over Algeria.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina in the World Cup: 5 Moments That Defined a Nation

Argentina’s World Cup history is among the most fabled—and at times controversial—in the tournament’s story.

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Lionel Messi As He Matches World Cup Goal Record With Stunning Hat-Trick Against Algeria

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria in their World Cup opener, equalling the tournament's all-time scoring record.

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World Cup day six highlights: Lionel Messi nets hat-trick for Argentina as Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland both score twice

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to begin Argentina's defence of their World Cup while Kylian Mbappe helped get France off to a winning start against Senegal and Erling Haaland scored twice for Norway

The Guardian - US

What happened on a historic night for Argentina? ‘Messi things’

A hat-trick against Algeria equalled Miroslav Klose’s World Cup scoring record, but Messi and his teammates insist the mark doesn’t matter to him

Radio France Internationale

Messi equals World Cup scoring record as Argentina beat Algeria

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria on Wednesday, moving level with Miroslav Klose as the tournament's all-time leading scorer.

The Economic Times

'Numbers don't mean anything', says Messi after record-breaking World Cup hat-trick against Algeria

Lionel Messi has equalled Miroslav Klose's FIFA World Cup goal tally. He achieved this after scoring a hat-trick in Argentina's win against Algeria. Messi stated that numbers are just statistics and he feels honoured. He also spoke about his emotional reaction to scoring, attributing it to recent difficult times. Argentina…

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