Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland publicly praised Lionel Messi following Argentina’s 3-0 victory against Algeria in a friendly match. Haaland expressed his admiration for Messi, calling him “insane” in a post on his Snapchat account after the game. Messi scored all three goals in the match, leading Argentina to a decisive win. The comment highlights the respect Messi commands from fellow professional players. Haaland’s post quickly circulated among football fans on social media. This display of appreciation underscores Messi’s continued impact on the sport, even as he approaches the end of his career. The 2026 World Cup is a topic of discussion as both players are expected to participate.