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Lionel Messi scores hat-trick for Argentina, equals World Cup goals record

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Lionel Messi scores hat-trick for Argentina, equals World Cup goals record
Summary

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria in Kansas City on June 17, 2026. This performance brought his total to 16 career World Cup goals, matching Miroslav Klose’s record for the highest number of goals in World Cup history. Messi opened the scoring with a powerful long-range strike and added two more, including a classic finish from outside the penalty area. He was substituted in the 79th minute to a standing ovation. The match continues as Argentina leads 3-0.

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By the Numbers
  • •Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick.
  • •Argentina leads Algeria 3-0 in the game.
  • •Messi's performance took place at Arrowhead Stadium.
  • •He had previously scored in all five tournaments.
  • •Argentina aims to maintain their lead in the match.
Latest Updates
  • 3:58 PMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi's World Cup hat-trick against Algeria ties longstanding record
  • 2:36 PMAssociated Press — Lionel Messi ties men’s World Cup goals record with a hat trick as Argentina tops Algeria - AP News
  • 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi surpasses Ronaldo as he matches all-time World Cup record with stunning hat-trick
  • 2:49 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi equals World Cup top goalscorer record after stunning Argentina hat-trick
What they're saying
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Lionel Messi drew level with Miroslav Klose as the World Cup’s all-time top scorer after a hat-trick against Algeria, while also overtaking Brazil legend Ronaldo in the process. The Argentina captain delivered another memorable performance on the world’s biggest stage, taking his World Cup tally to 16 goals and adding another chapter to his remarkable international career.

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Lionel Messi delivered his first World Cup hat trick and matched Miroslav Klose's career scoring record before thousands of Argentina fans packed into Arrowhead Stadium for a match against Algeria on Tuesday night. The defending champions went on to win 3-0. …

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Lionel Messi scored his first-ever FIFA World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's dominant win over Algeria, reaching 16 World Cup goals to equal Miroslav Klose's all-time record

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