Lionel Messi Scores Hat-Trick, Ties All-Time Goal Record as Argentina Cruise to Victory
The 2026 World Cup has welcomed several high-profile players, including Lamine Yamal, Vinícius Júnior, and Virgil van Dijk. On Day 6, additional stars took to the field, starting with France's 3-1 win over Senegal in New Jersey, where Kylian Mbappé scored two goals.
Norway's Erling Haaland made a successful World Cup debut against Iraq in Boston, scoring two goals in a 4-1 victory. In Kansas City, Argentina began their title defense with a 3-0 win over Algeria, as Lionel Messi scored a hat trick, bringing his World Cup total to 16 goals and tying Miroslav Klose's record.
Meanwhile, Jordan made their World Cup debut against Austria, marking a historic moment for the team. The day's events showcased the excitement and competitiveness of the tournament's group stage.
Norway's Erling Haaland made a successful World Cup debut against Iraq in Boston, scoring two goals in a 4-1 victory. In Kansas City, Argentina began their title defense with a 3-0 win over Algeria, as Lionel Messi scored a hat trick, bringing his World Cup total to 16 goals and tying Miroslav Klose's record.
Meanwhile, Jordan made their World Cup debut against Austria, marking a historic moment for the team. The day's events showcased the excitement and competitiveness of the tournament's group stage.
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