Lionel Messi registered his first World Cup hat trick while moving into a tie for first on the tournament's career scoring list Tuesday night, sending defending champion Argentina to a dominant 3-0 ...

At age 38 and playing in his sixth World Cup, Lionel Messi has his first hat trick in soccer's biggest tournament and Argentina's defense of the trophy is off to a flying start.

On a night when it seemed like young stars in their primes were laying down a statement of intent, a moment when the changing of the guard in world soccer seemed at hand, Lionel Messi sent a message ...

What else, besides sports? What else could provide a rollercoaster of emotions from frustration to ecstasy, from civic embarrassment to regional pride within a few hours? Consider Tuesday night’s ...

The Argentinian soccer star broke down in tears after scoring his first goal for the team against Algeria in the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, June 16 ...

Lionel Messi continues to add to his legacy as one of the best soccer players ever. The Argentinian captain led his squad to a win in their 2026 World Cup debut on Tuesday. La Albiceleste defeated ...

Lionel Messi's Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni was moved by a hat trick in a 3-0 win over Algeria. More beautiful moments are to come.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lionel Messi used the front of his white-and-blue, sweat-soaked jersey to wipe the tears from his eyes, a flood of emotions cracking his usually calm, confident demeanor after ...

ATLANTA (AP) — At age 38 and playing in his sixth World Cup, Lionel Messi has his first hat trick in soccer’s biggest tournament and Argentina’s defense of the trophy is off to a flying start. Messi’s ...