Argentina vs Algeria LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Updates: Lionel Messi’s spectacular 17th-minute strike was enough to give Argentina a 1-0 lead against Algeria in their Group J opener at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The second half began with Argentina struggling to create clear opportunities before Messi pounced on a rebound opportunity like a fox to make it 2-0. With these goals, Messi has now scored in five different editions of the tournament, matching his long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo, who stands alone as the only male player to score in five.
Messi, playing in a record-breaking sixth World Cup, is also making his 200th international appearance for Argentina. Remember, Messi has never scored a World Cup hat-trick in his career.