Lionel Messi scored a hat trick for Argentina in a match against Algeria, despite a contentious incident where many believe he should have been issued a red card. The game, a preparation match for the 2026 World Cup, saw Messi escape disciplinary action despite a potentially serious foul. He capitalized on the opportunity, netting three goals for Argentina. The incident has sparked debate among fans and analysts regarding the consistency of officiating. Details surrounding the specific foul were not elaborated upon in the initial report. Kapitalis was the first to report on this development. The match serves as a warm-up for Argentina as they prepare for future World Cup qualifying rounds.