# MESSI’S HISTORIC HAT-TRICK STUNS ALGERIA

URL: https://technosports.co.in/messis-historic-hat-trick-stuns-algeria/  
Published: 2026-06-17  
Updated: 2026-06-17  
Author: Ankush Mallick

Lionel Messi is immortal! In his 200th international appearance, the Argentine legend delivered a masterclass, netting a spectacular hat-trick to crush Algeria 3-0.

- Equaled the all-time record of 16 World Cup goals.
- First male player to feature in six tournaments.
- Argentina’s title defense kicks off with pure dominance.

The GOAT is officially back and hungrier than ever!