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Lionel Messi equals World Cup goal record with hat-trick in match

BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 1:31 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Lionel Messi equals World Cup goal record with hat-trick in match
Summary

Lionel Messi's performance on June 17, 2026, saw him score a hat-trick, equalling the record for World Cup goals. The Argentina captain expressed humility, stating that the achievement is 'an honour, but it is just a statistic.' Messi's masterclass continues to draw attention, reflecting his enduring impact on the tournament as he leads his team.

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  • •Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick on June 17, 2026.
  • •He equalled the record for World Cup goals.
  • •Messi emphasized the achievement is merely a statistic.
  • •Argentina seeks to advance further in the tournament.
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  • 1:31 PMBBC Sport — Messi stays humble after hat-trick performance
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Argentina captain Lionel Messi says equalling the record for World Cup goals "is an honour, but it is just a statistic".

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