It was again Messi Magic at the World Cup when he scored thrice against Algeria to equal the all-time goals record of the Mundial.
Lionel Messi is now the joint top #FIFAWorldCup goalscorer 🔝📊 pic.twitter.com/0wtOUS2ylM
— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) June 17, 2026
The 38-year-old Argentina captain hit target in the 17th, 60th and 76th minutes to now match the 16-goal record held by Miroslav Klose of Germany.
Messi, who has overcome an injury doubt leading up this match, will be expected to set a new record at this World Cup.
However, Kylian Mbappe of France will be his main rival as he is just two goals behind just like Gerd Muller (Germany) of blessed memory, while Ronaldo of Brazil has 15 goals across his own World Cup appearances.
