As Austria prepares to face Argentina in its second Group J fixture, goalkeeper Alexander Schlager has revealed that he leans more toward Cristiano Ronaldo than Lionel Messi.
After another World Cup masterpiece from Lionel Messi, one of the sport's brightest young stars, Lamine Yamal, delivered a blunt verdict on the GOAT debate.
Jonathan David scored three goals, joining Lionel Messi as the only players to score a hat-trick so far in the 2026 World Cup, igniting the race for the Golden Boot.
Ronaldo Nazario backed Lionel Messi in the World Cup scoring debate, praising the Argentine as the rightful heir to the all‑time goals record.
Lionel Messi's family has released an official statement regarding the health of the Argentine superstar's father, aiming to clarify the rumors surrounding his current condition.
Lionel Messi commented on the pride he felt for his teammates in Argentina after an incredible debut in the 2026 World Cup.
Lionel Messi has run out of comparisons within soccer. That is why, after he scored a hat trick for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup opener, Messi drew a parallel between himself and tennis legend Rafael Nadal.
Lionel Messi delivered a historic hat-trick in Argentina's 2026 World Cup debut against Algeria, a masterclass that left manager Lionel Scaloni completely speechless.
Lionel Messi showed his happiness after scoring a hat-trick with Argentina and tying the goals record in the 2026 World Cup.
Lionel Messi looked emotional after scoring the first of his three goals against Algeria in his 2026 World Cup debut. Speaking to reporters after the game, the 38-year-old explained the reason behind his tears.
What Erling Haaland did, Lionel Messi did better. After Messi's hat trick in Argentina's 2026 World Cup debut, Haaland had nothing but praise for the Argentine icon.
Lionel Messi's rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo had a new chapter as the Argentinian scored a hat-trick in his 2026 World Cup debut.
Lionel Messi didn't just find the back of the net against Algeria, he also etched his name deeper into soccer history by shattering yet another World Cup record.
Lionel Messi just joined an elite club that had Cristiano Ronaldo in it, but CR7 could make an even greater feat if he scores in this World Cup.
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria and tied Miroslav Klose's World Cup goals record.
His first goal was so good that Lionel Messi had to do it twice—and then once more for good measure. Off to a red-hot start, the Argentina star recorded a hat trick against Algeria in his 2026 World Cup debut.
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