Argentina Defeats Algeria 3-0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Summary

Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier, with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick. Messi equaled the record for the most World Cup goals with 16.

Key Points
  • Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group 'J' qualifier match.
  • Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick with goals in the 17th, 60th, and 76th minutes.
  • One goal by Messi and one by Algeria were disallowed due to offside decisions.
  • Messi has equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals in World Cup history.
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