Lionel Messi scores hat trick, ties World Cup goals record against Algeria
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Lionel Messi recorded a hat trick in Argentina's 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria on June 17, 2026, in Kansas City. With this performance, he tied the all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals, held by Miroslav Klose. Messi scored in the 10th, 60th, and 71st minutes, marking his first World Cup hat trick. Argentina currently leads Algeria 3-0. This achievement adds to his impressive tally of eight goals in the last five World Cup matches, showcasing his continued influence on the pitch as he nears his 39th birthday.
- •Messi scores in the 10th, 60th, and 71st minutes.
- •Argentina leads Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City.
- •Messi ties Miroslav Klose for most World Cup goals with 16.
- •He has eight goals in his last five World Cup appearances.
- •This is Messi's first World Cup hat trick.
- 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — Watch Lionel Messi tie all-time World Cup scoring mark with hat trick
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Lionel Messi scores hat trick in 2026 World Cup opener to tie all-time goals record (video)
"Lionel Messi has scored eight goals in his last five World Cup appearances after launching a rocket and later cleaning up a rebound for Argentina against Algeria on Tuesday.
"Lionel Messi still has some magic left just eight days shy of his 39th birthday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 2:59 AMWatch Lionel Messi tie all-time World Cup scoring mark with hat trick
Lionel Messi still has some magic left just eight days shy of his 39th birthday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 2:43 AMLionel Messi scores hat trick in 2026 World Cup opener to tie all-time goals record (video)
Lionel Messi has scored eight goals in his last five World Cup appearances after launching a rocket and later cleaning up a rebound for Argentina against Algeria on Tuesday.
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