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Gilbert Arenas had one-word response as Lionel Messi’s World Cup hat-trick converted him into a fan

Gilbert Arenas has never shown much interest in football – until now. Lionel Messi’s latest World Cup performance seems to have changed that. The former NBA All-Star posted a video on X showing just how quickly he’d jumped on the Messi bandwagon after Argentina’s World Cup opener.

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The GOAT Debate is Now Over

The debate is over. It ended Tuesday night in Kansas City when Lionel Messi delivered yet another World Cup masterclass, scoring all three goals in Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria and reminding the soccer world why he stands alone.

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Can you name every host country of the men's FIFA World Cup?

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World Cup takeaways: Elite players dazzle on star-studded day

World Cup 2026 Tuesday takeaways: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland shine bright on star-studded day

Kylian Mbappe brace sets high bar for France in World Cup

Kylian Mbappe brace sets high bar for France in 2026 FIFA World Cup

Logistical challenges breed World Cup brotherhood for Mexico and Iran

Seattle's international appeal on display at World Cup opener

Inter Miami News / HITC / June 17

Alan Shearer was lost for words after Lionel Messi’s World Cup hat-trick against Algeria

Alan Shearer has seen more than his fair share of great goalscorers over the years, but even he was left speechless by Lionel Messi’s latest World Cup performance.

Inter Miami News / HITC / June 17

Lionel Messi’s World Cup hat-trick creates incredible full-circle Zinedine Zidane moment

Lionel Messi’s hat-trick in Argentina’s World Cup opener was not just another milestone, it was a moment that spanned generations as he scored past the son of one of football’s most iconic figures.

Inter Miami News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / June 17

Carli Lloyd drops ‘ultimate’ take on Lionel Messi after wild hat trick in World Cup

Death, taxes, and Lionel Messi. Just when you thought that Messi was finally done at 38 years old, he nonchalantly records a hat trick in the World Cup.

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Inter Miami News / HITC / June 17

Mike Tyson posts reminder of his Lionel Messi-Diego Maradona wish as Argentina dominate Algeria

Mike Tyson joined the Lionel Messi conversation with one image and one emoji, but the timing made the post feel bigger than a simple Argentina tribute.

Inter Miami News / HITC / June 17

Skip Bayless makes ‘bigger than Taylor Swift’ claim after Lionel Messi’s amazing World Cup hat-trick

Skip Bayless said Lionel Messi was “even bigger than Taylor Swift” after the Argentina captain produced a stunning hat-trick against Algeria at the FIFA World Cup.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / June 17

World Cup 2026 Tuesday takeaways: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland shine bright on star-studded day

Messi, who turns 39 on June 24, may be playing in his last World Cup. If his record sixth dance at the tournament is his last, he's giving it a chance to be the best one.

Patrick Mahomes had the greatest reaction to Messi’s hat trick in K.C.

Kylian Mbappe brace sets high bar for France in 2026 FIFA World Cup

Logistical challenges breed World Cup brotherhood for Mexico and Iran

Iran coach 'troubled' by how his team was treated after opener on U.S. soil

Report reveals how much Fox is making from World Cup 'hydration breaks'

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / June 16

Lionel Messi produces hat trick, ties all-time World Cup goals mark

Lionel Messi's left-footed strike in the 76th minute Tuesday night against Algeria completed a sensational hat trick and boosted the Argentina star to 16 career goals at the World Cup, tying Miroslav Klose's all-time mark.

Inter Miami News / Stadium Rant / June 9

6 Legendary Soccer Players With More Than 100 International Caps

Some national teams have a few legendary soccer players who have played more than 100 games for their countries. Hundreds of players have played more than 100 games for international teams, but not all of them were necessarily great players.