Just when you think he’s done leaving the world in awe with his extraterrestrial quality, Lionel Messi reminds us his greatness knows no bounds. In his first World Cup appearance as a champion, Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria in Argentina’s ...

KANSAS CITY, MO — Lionel Messi opened his 2026 World Cup with three goals against Algeria, tying him for first on the all-time men's scoring list with 16 career goals in soccer's biggest tournament. Seventeen minutes in, the 38-year-old delivered a ...

If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Learn more > With four years removed from hoisting the trophy in Lusail, Qatar, Lionel Messi and Argentina have made the trek to North ...