Messi Equals Klose's Record with Hat Trick at World Cup
On Wednesday, Lionel Messi, the captain of Argentina and current player for Inter Miami, scored a hat trick in a 3-0 victory against Algeria during the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Kansa City Stadium. This performance further solidified his status in World Cup history, as he equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals in World Cup matches.
Additionally, Messi surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo's record as the oldest player to score a hat trick in World Cup history, achieving this feat at 38 years and 357 days old. Messi's latest accomplishments reinforce his reputation as one of the greatest players in World Cup history, as he continues to chase further records according to FIFA.
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