Messi hat‑trick powers Argentina to 3‑0 win over Algeria on World Cup Day 6
Messi struck three times in the second half, sending Argentina to a 3‑0 lead and delivering one of the tournament’s standout performances. France, powered by Kylian Mbappé’s brace, beat their opponents 2‑0, while Norway’s Erling Haaland also netted twice in a 4‑1 victory.
Group I fixtures highlighted the in‑form status of the favorites and set up an intriguing knockout picture. Fans are eager to see whether these stars can maintain their impact in the later stages.
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