Messi ties men's FIFA World Cup scoring record with a hat trick
AP News • • sports
Key Points:
- Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina's 3-0 World Cup opener against Algeria, tying Germany’s Miroslav Klose for the all-time men's World Cup scoring record with 16 goals.
- Messi’s three goals came despite a recent hamstring injury, showcasing his resilience and reaffirming his key role as Argentina aims to win consecutive World Cups.
- This match marked Messi’s 200th international appearance and his sixth World Cup, making him only the second player to score in five World Cups.
- Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni praised Messi’s performance, highlighting his leadership and influence on the team’s success.
- The Kansas City area, hosting Argentina’s base camp, has been energized by Messi’s presence, with fans celebrating his status as soccer’s greatest of all time (GOAT).
