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Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in sensational one-man display

Lionel Messi's Argentina defeated Algeria by three goals to nil in Kansas City on Tuesday evening

FourFourTwo

Everything you missed from day six at World Cup 2026: Messi magic, England’s late squad change, and VAR controversy

Elsewhere, Kylian Mbappe rewrote some records as France turned on the style after the tournament’s biggest refereeing controversy so far

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina is skilfully defending its title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

Argentina's football champions are back on the World Cup stage. Dedicated fans have traveled thousands of miles, some by bicycle, to support their team. Many are spending significant amounts of money to witness the matches. Lionel Messi, a legendary player, is a major draw for global fans.

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Messi hat-trick equals goalscoring record as Argentina beat Algeria

KANSAS CITY, Missouri: Lionel Messi earned a spot in the World ‌Cup history books with a hat-trick that saw Argentina begin the defence of their title with an emphatic ⁠3-0 victory over Algeria on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post

Lionel Messi produces hat trick, ties all-time World Cup goals mark

Lionel Messi's left-footed ⁠strike ⁠in the 76th minute Tuesday night against Algeria completed a sensational hat ‌trick and boosted the Argentina star to 16 career goals at the World Cup, tying Miroslav Klose's all-time mark.

Bangkok Post

Messi dazzles to equal World Cup scoring record as Argentina breeze past Algeria

The star midfielder, making his 200th appearance for Argentina, tied the all-time tournament scoring mark at 16 goals with his hat-trick on Tuesday night

The Guardian - US

Most goals in World Cup: Who is the highest goal scorer in the FIFA world cup?

Who is the highest goal scorer in the FIFA world cup? Lionel Messi has equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals after a hat-trick in the 2026 tournament. The Argentina captain also became the first male footballer to appear in six World Cups. Messi's achievement marks a significant…

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Argentina’s Messi equals World Cup goalscoring record with hat-trick in defeat of Algeria

Lionel Messi piled up the records as he scored all three goals for Argentina in their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria on Tuesday, becoming the first player to feature in six World Cups and matching former Germany striker Miroslav Klose's tally of 16 goals on football's biggest stage.

France 24

Lionel Messi Scores Hat Trick, Matches All-Time World Cup Record in Opening Win

The soccer legend stunned on Tuesday night in Argentina’s opener against Algeria.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi creates more history with Argentina after fabulous hat-trick reveals World Cup truth

The 37-year-old hit a hat-trick in Kansas City to move level with Miroslav Klose on 16 goals as the highest scorer in Word Cup history

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi lights up the stage with hat-trick in opener vs Algeria, equals Klose’s all-time record

Lionel Messi achieved a remarkable hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup debut against Algeria. This dominant performance saw the veteran player equal Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals. Messi's goals, including a long-range strike and a close-range finish, ignited celebrations among Argentine supporters in Kansas City.

The Economic Times

Austria vs Jordan prediction as gulf in class represents early World Cup banana skin

Austria need to get maximum points on the board from their Group J opener tonight, or face having to get something against World Cup holders Argentina

FourFourTwo

Argentina is defending its World Cup title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

Some Argentina fans shelled out tens of thousands of dollars to follow the World Cup defending champions around the U.S. One group made a 20-hour drive to Tuesday’s opening match in Kansas City against Algeria, living on sandwiches, to save money

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups, striking early for Argentina vs. Algeria

Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five World Cups, giving defending champion Argentina an early 1-0 lead over Algeria

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Lionel Messi creates FIFA World Cup history and adds another record to football's greatest story

Lionel Messi FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday. Messi made his World Cup debut as a teenager at the 2006 tournament in Germany…

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How to watch Argentina vs Algeria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time as Lionel Messi & Co start FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, team news

Lionel Messi makes history as he starts for Argentina against Algeria at the World Cup 2026. Here's how to watch the Group J clash for free online and from anywhere.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina vs. Algeria—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 19th game of the 2026 World Cup involves the defending champions and Lionel Messi.

Sports Illustrated

Will Lionel Messi Play in Argentina’s World Cup Opener vs. Algeria?

Argentina gets its World Cup title defense underway in Group I.

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The Guardian - AU

Argentina 3-0 Algeria: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick to equal the all-time World Cup scoring record as Argentina got the defence of their title off to a winning start

FourFourTwo

Who are the ITV commentators, pundits and presenters for Argentina vs Algeria?

The reigning champions kick-off their defence of the World Cup in Kansas

The Independent UK

Argentina vs Algeria LIVE: Lionel Messi equals Miroslav Klose’s World Cup record with thrilling hat-trick

Defending champions Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, will feature a host of stars including Enzo Fernandez and Julian Alvarez against underdogs Algeria

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Argentina vs. Algeria on TV, Live Stream—World Cup

Argentina’s first test in its World Cup title defense comes in an opening clash against Algeria.

FourFourTwo

Who is the referee for Argentina vs Algeria?

The holders begin their World Cup 2026 quest – who's the man in the middle?

FourFourTwo

Argentina vs Algeria prediction as the champions begin their World Cup defence

Lionel Messi and Argentina arrive in Kansas City fully focused on three Group J points

The Economic Times

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi set for World Cup opener, check India Time, Live Streaming, Venue, Predicted Lineups and Key Players

Argentina vs Algeria India live streaming: Defending champions Argentina kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Algeria in a highly anticipated Group J opener. All eyes will be on Lionel Messi as he leads La Albiceleste in their quest to defend their title, aiming for a strong start…

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