Messi scores hat trick as Argentina faces Algeria in World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:11 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Lionel Messi scored a hat trick for Argentina in their World Cup match against Algeria on June 17, 2026, equaling Miroslav Klose's record of 16 tournament goals. Erling Haaland also made an impact, contributing two goals and an assist for Norway in their 4-1 victory over Iraq. The performance of these superstars highlights their crucial roles in the tournament, showcasing their ongoing form and ability to deliver in high-stakes situations. As the tournament progresses, further matches will reveal the next challenges for these teams and players.
- •Messi's hat trick against Algeria brings him to 16 World Cup goals
- •Haaland scores two goals and provides an assist in Norway's win
- •Match occurred on June 17, 2026
- •Argentina and Norway both display strong performances
- •The World Cup continues with key matches ahead
- 5:11 AMYahoo Sports — 🎥 World Cup highlights: Messi sets record, Haaland shines too
"What a crazy World Cup night that was?! As if it were nothing, Lionel Messi, at 38 years old, simply scored a hat-trick against Algeria, drawing level with Miroslav Klose. The Argentine now also stand...
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