Messi Hits Historic Hat-Trick as Argentina Cruise Past Algeria 3-0 in World Cup Clash
ATLANTA:Argentina secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Algeria in a key FIFA World Cup 2026 match, with captain Lionel Messi delivering a masterclass performance by scoring a sensational hat-trick.
The Argentine superstar opened the scoring in the 17th minute before adding two more goals in the 60th and 76th minutes to seal a comfortable win for his side.
Messi’s three-goal display marked the first World Cup hat-trick of his illustrious career, adding another milestone to an already remarkable international résumé.
The achievement also saw the Argentine captain make history as the oldest player ever to score a World Cup hat-trick. At 38 years and 357 days of age, Messi surpassed previous records to become the tournament’s oldest hat-trick scorer.
Algeria struggled to contain Argentina’s attacking threat throughout the match and failed to find the back of the net despite several attempts. Argentina’s defense remained solid, ensuring a clean sheet and preserving the three-goal advantage until the final whistle.
The victory strengthens Argentina’s position in the tournament and highlights Messi’s continued influence on the world stage. His historic performance delighted Argentine supporters and further cemented his status as one of the greatest players in football history.
With the hat-trick, Messi once again proved that age is no barrier to excellence, leading Argentina to an emphatic win and keeping their World Cup ambitions firmly on track.
