- Lionel Messi scored a World Cup hat trick as Argentina opened their title defense with a 3-0 win over Algeria, matching Miroslav Klose’s World Cup scoring mark.
- The hat trick came on the 20th anniversary of Messi’s World Cup debut and in his 200th international appearance; he’s now scored in five different World Cups.
- Thousands of fans at Arrowhead Stadium gave him a standing ovation, ramping up “GOAT” talk while teammates praised his leadership and impact.
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