World Cup 2026: Argentina played at the pace of Messi, author of a hat-trick, and beat Algeria
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The Argentine team began the defense of its title with a 3-0 victory over Algeria and a superb demonstration by Lionel Messi a few days after turning 39.
The Argentine team began the defense of its title with a 3-0 victory over Algeria and a superb demonstration by Lionel Messi a few days after turning 39. The Albiceleste captain scored the three goals and tied Miroslav Klose as the top scorers in the history of the World Cup, with 16 goals each.
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