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Every Stat To Know About Lionel Messi's Historic World Cup Hat Trick
- Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat trick, powering Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria.
- His three goals moved him to 16 World Cup goals, tying Miroslav Klose for the all-time lead, and made him the oldest man to record a World Cup hat trick (age 38).
- Messi reached 200 international appearances and extended his longevity marks — he's played in six World Cups and a record 27 World Cup matches.
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