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Argentina’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered an absolute masterclass on the scoreboard, but it also sparked one of the biggest refereeing debates of the tournament. Lionel Messi led his nation to a commanding 3-0 victory over Algeria, netting a historic hat-trick that vaulted him alongside Miroslav Klose as the joint all-time

Godson Sam
June 18, 2026

The defending champions launched their FIFA World Cup 2026 title defense with an emphatic statement, dismantling a resilient Algeria side 3-0 in their Group J opener at Kansas City Stadium. On a night defined by milestone achievements, the narrative belonged completely to Lionel Messi, who marked his historic 200th international appearance and a record-breaking sixth

Godson Sam
June 18, 2026