Lionel Messi Equals World Cup Scoring Record with Hat-Trick in Argentina's Opening Win

Lionel Messi made history by scoring a hat-trick to equal the World Cup scoring record as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their tournament opener. The 38-year-old captain's performance in Kansas City also saw him and Rodrigo De Paul become the first MLS players to combine for a World Cup goal outside of the USMNT, with Messi later stating the record is 'just a number'.