Messi’s Historic Hat-Trick: Argentina Opens World Cup with 3-0 Win
In a masterclass of longevity and skill, Lionel Messi delivered a performance for the ages as Argentina kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup title defense with a 3-0 victory over Algeria. Playing in his 200th international match—exactly 20 years to the day after his World Cup debut—the 38-year-old captain netted a spectacular hat-trick at … Read more