Messi Breaks Ronaldo's World Cup Hat-Trick Record

Lionel Messi has become the oldest player to score a hat-trick in FIFA World Cup history.

The Argentine superstar netted three goals in their dominant 3-0 victory over Algeria in the opening group stage match of the 2026 World Cup.

At 38 years and 359 days old, Messi's achievement surpasses the previous record held by Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ronaldo had previously scored a hat-trick against Spain (3-3) at the 2018 World Cup, when he was 33 years and 130 days old.