Argentina Beat Algeria 3-0 in World Cup 2026 Opener

Argentina kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with an impressive 3-0 victory over Algeria in a Group J clash. The defending champions dominated the match from the start, controlling possession and creating several scoring opportunities.

Lionel Messi was the star of the night, delivering a stunning hat-trick to lead Argentina to victory. His goals helped the South American side secure all three points and make a strong statement in their opening match of the tournament.

Algeria struggled to cope with Argentina’s attacking pressure and found it difficult to create clear chances throughout the game. With this result, Argentina moved to the top of Group J and gained early momentum in their quest for another World Cup title.

The victory gives Argentina a confident start to the competition, while Algeria will look to bounce back in their upcoming group-stage fixtures.