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MESSI
HATTRICK
2026 World Cup Argentina Lionel Messi #10 Historic Hattrick Home Jersey | June 17, 2026
History made! At 38 years old, Lionel Messi becomes the oldest player to score a World Cup hattrick. Three goals at 17', 60', and 76' tie him with Klose for the all-time World Cup scoring record with 16 goals. The GOAT delivers another legendary performance.
Player
Messi
Number
10
Position
Captain
Goals
17' 60' 76'
3
GOALS SCORED
16
WC ALL-TIME
38
AGE RECORD
DE PAUL
CREATOR
2026 World Cup Argentina Rodrigo De Paul #7 Match Winning Assist Home Jersey | June 17, 2026
The engine in midfield! Rodrigo De Paul provided the crucial assist for Messi's opening goal at 17', setting the tone for Argentina's dominant 3-0 victory. His relentless work rate and vision created the historic breakthrough moment.
Player
De Paul
Number
7
Position
Midfield
Assist
17'
1
ASSIST MADE
1
KEY PASS
90
MINUTES PLAYED
GONZALEZ
FINISHER
2026 World Cup Argentina Nicolas Gonzalez #15 Assist Home Jersey | June 17, 2026
The perfect final touch! Nicolas Gonzalez delivered the assist for Messi's third goal at 76', completing the historic hattrick. His intelligent run and precise cross sealed Argentina's comprehensive victory in the World Cup opener.
Player
Gonzalez
Number
15
Position
Winger
Assist
76'
1
ASSIST MADE
1
HATTRICK CROSS
3
CHANCES CREATED
MAC ALLISTER
PLAYMAKER
2026 World Cup Argentina Alexis Mac Allister #20 Goal Contribution Home Jersey | June 17, 2026
The midfield maestro! Alexis Mac Allister's powerful strike forced the goalkeeper into a crucial save at 60', with Messi pouncing on the rebound for his second goal. His technical quality and shooting ability were instrumental in Argentina's dominance.
Player
Mac Allister
Number
20
Position
Midfield
Contribution
60'
1
SHOT ON TARGET
1
GOAL CREATED
95
PASS ACCURACY %
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