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Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlights: Lionel Messi Hits A Hat Trick Of Goals; ARG 3-0 ALG

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Argentina vs Algeria LIVE: Leading Argentina from the front, Lionel Messi scored a hat trick of goals to mark first victory for his side in FIFA World Cup 2026 title defence on Tuesday against Algeria in Kansas City. It was Lionel Messi's 200th match, where he kept the standards high as always, giving the opponent no chance.

The defending champions Argentina entered the tournament as the world No. 1 side, and showed why they are the best in the world.

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Argentina launches its FIFA World Cup 2026 title defence against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday, with Lionel Messi playing his 200th international match and sixth World Cup. The reigning champions face a confident Algerian side, aiming to be the first team since Brazil in 1962 to retain the World Cup.
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This is Lionel Messi's sixth World Cup appearance. Argentina won the 2022 FIFA in Qatar, but no country has retained the World Cup since Brazil in 1962. And Messi eyes to beat the records.

Messi's entertaining goals came at 17', 60' and 76' minute.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Argentina vs Algeria LIVE Lionel Messi

Here Are Match Highlights

Jun 17, 2026, 8:29 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

It was a splendid show by Lionel Messi, who led Argentina to a dominating victory with his three goals. Messi's personal total now climbs to 120 goals.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:25 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Argentina just needs to keep the possession and spend some a few more minutes, while Algerian fans are still looking some moments of joy.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:24 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

90 minutes are over and Argentina has almost sealed their first victory in FIFA World Cup 2026. Officials add 7 minutes to the play time.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:18 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Free kick for Algeria! Its a real chance for Algeria to score their first goal. But no benefit as it saved by Martinez.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:17 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Algeria makes Substitution, calls in Adil Boulbina for Nabil Bentaleb and Ramiz Zerrouki replaces Ibrahim Maza.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:14 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Substitution of Argentina. Lionel Messi steps out of field, makes way for Nico Paz.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:11 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Goal!!! Lionel Messi hits his third goal of the match, marking the ultimate dominance. Argentina 3-0 Algeria.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:10 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

With a long pass, Argentina plays in deep Algerian end. The ball is quickly passed to Messi, however, he gets pushed from behind, and falls on ground, but play continues.
Jun 17, 2026, 8:01 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Save! Zidane stops Messi this time. Argentina's skipper wanted a hat-trick, but Algerian goalkeeper stands in between.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:59 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Mac Allister made the first attempt, but Zidane makes a low drive save, however, Messi's touch was unstoppable and marked the second goal for Argentina. ARG 2-0 ALG
Jun 17, 2026, 7:54 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Goal!!! Messi again. It is a double delight from Argentina captain as he scores his second goal vs Algeria.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:50 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

To strengthen the forward line, Argentina brings in Julian Alvarez and Nico Gonzalez in for Lautaro Martinez and Thiago Almada.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:48 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Save! Argentina's five players move forward to attack. #22 L Martinez takes a shot but a good save from Zidane.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:44 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

A long left foot kick from Messi, but ball flies over the goal post.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:43 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Foul! Argentine earns a free kick as Lionel Messi falls down after Boudaoui tries to tackle him and snatch the ball.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:40 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Substitution for Argentina. Nahuel Molina comes in for Gonzalo Montiel.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:39 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Second half! Players come out of the bay to play Second half of Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026. Both teams are expected to show more aggression now by making more attempts to score for their sides.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:31 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Argentina fans must be enjoying to the fullest as Messi hit the nets in the 9th minute, which was marked as off-side by referee, then in the 17th minute Blue and White stripes got the real moment of joy. Messi's 118 goal marked the first lead, while Algerian forwards tried to level the scores but failed. Number 10 Chaibi made a good strike into the goal post, but mirroring Messi's off-side Algeria also made a technical mistake. ARG 1-0 ALG
Jun 17, 2026, 7:22 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Half time! Algeria has now intensified attacks and trying to level the scores but no result in favour.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:18 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Four minutes have been added to first half's play.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:16 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Algeria secure corner. Boudaoui crosses into the box as it is played from the right side.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:15 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Save! Argentina's Goal keeper E Martinez makes save as Algerian forwards try to put the ball in the nets.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:12 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Argentina's forward L Martinez has now started attack Alegria's goal post.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:05 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

The high pressure is clearly visible on Alegria as they are trying to keep the hold of the ball.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:03 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

First 26 minutes belonged to the GOAT Lionel Messi, who hit the nets twice, but one was given as off-side and one marked the lead.
Jun 17, 2026, 7:01 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

They are back! Surprisingly Algeria is not marking Messi and he is free at the back.
Jun 17, 2026, 6:58 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Hydration break! Algeria may come up with some strategy change now as Argentina has taken the first lead.
Jun 17, 2026, 6:54 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Lionel Messi has scored 118 goals in his 200 international matches now. He looked totally in control of the ball and Algerian Goalie Zidane had no answer to the powerful kick.
Jun 17, 2026, 6:51 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Goal!!! Lionel Messi marks his attendance with a long kick goal. The number 10 has scored for Argentina beating Algeria goalkeeper, who got his hands to the ball but could not stop the fiery kick.
Jun 17, 2026, 6:48 AM IST

Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE

Free Kick! With Argentina eager to score first, Algeria draws a free kick.
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