Messi scores three goals as Argentina defeats Algeria in World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:29 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Lionel Messi scored his 14th, 15th, and 16th World Cup goals in a 3-0 victory for Argentina over Algeria on June 17, 2026. The performance allowed Messi to equal Miroslav Klose’s all-time World Cup scoring record. At 38 years old, Messi also became the oldest player to score a hat-trick and to find the net twice in a World Cup match. This match marked Messi's fifth World Cup goal scored from outside the box, further showcasing his legendary status as he continues to perform at a high level.
- •Argentina wins 3-0 against Algeria
- •Messi ties Miroslav Klose for World Cup goals
- •Messi becomes oldest player to score a hat-trick
- •Messi scores five World Cup goals from outside the box
- •Match played on June 17, 2026
- 8:29 AMYahoo Sports — 🐐 A mad night of records: Messi seized these World Cup bests!
"What Lionel Messi did last night against Algeria truly defies all superlatives...In Argentina’s 3-0 win, the 38-year-old(!) scored his 14th, 15th and 16th World Cup goals, drawing level with all-tim...
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