Lionel Messi has begun competing in his sixth World Cup tournament, achieving several notable records in the process. Approaching age 39, Messi is already the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history, tied with German player Miroslav Klose. He recently became the oldest player to ever score a hat-trick in the competition. This World Cup marks another milestone in the career of the Argentinian star, often referred to as "La Pulga" (the flea). He aims to become only the second Argentinian player to achieve a specific, undisclosed distinction within the tournament’s history. These statistics highlight Messi’s continued dominance and enduring legacy in international football.