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Messi Weeps After Historic Hat Trick, Equals World Cup Scoring Record
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First reported by Ynet · Jun 17, 2026
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Lionel Messi scored a hat trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over the United States at the 2026 World Cup opener, matching Miroslav Klose’s record of 16 World Cup goals. He cried after the match, saying he had gone through difficult days and thanking teammates and supporters.
- 01Messi scored three times in Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup opener on June 16, 2026.
- 02He matched Miroslav Klose’s all-time World Cup record with 16 goals.
- 03Messi cried after the match, citing difficult personal days, not football.
- 04He called it an honor to be mentioned with greats like Ronaldo.
- 05Messi thanked Argentina fans in the United States for filling stadiums.
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