Lamine Yamal has reacted to Lionel Messi’s hat‑trick in Argentina’s 3–0 win over Algeria in their opening group‑stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking to the media, Softfootball gathered the Spanish winger expressed that Messi continues to show why he is regarded as the greatest footballer ever.
This was his statement to RTVE:
Messi’s hat-trick? Every match he plays proves that he is the greatest player in history.
If anyone still has doubts, it’s because they’re deliberately looking for them. Leo is the GOAT.
In Argentina’s dominant 3–0 victory, Lionel Messi marked his historic 200th appearance for the national team in unforgettable fashion, scoring a sensational hat‑trick as the reigning world champions began their title defence in style.
