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**Lionel Messi Makes History as Argentina Wins 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier**
In a thrilling encounter, Lionel Messi led Argentina to a historic 3-2 victory over Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday night. The match, played at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, was a crucial one for both teams as they battle for a spot in the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, scored a stunning hat-trick in the match, taking his tally to 12 goals in the qualifying campaign. The 35-year-old’s performance was a testament to his enduring talent and dedication to the sport.
Argentina took the lead in the 25th minute through Messi’s first goal, a beautifully crafted shot from outside the box. However, Brazil equalized just before halftime through a stunning long-range effort from their captain, Neymar.
The second half saw Argentina dominate possession and create several scoring opportunities. Messi scored his second goal in the 65th minute, a clever finish from a corner kick. The Argentine captain sealed the win with his third goal in the 85th minute, a powerful strike from inside the box.
Brazil’s efforts were led by Neymar, who scored his second goal of the match in the 90th minute. However, it was too late for the Brazilian team, who now trail Argentina by five points in the qualifying standings.
Argentina’s win was a significant boost to their chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The team will look to build on this momentum as they face their next opponent in the qualifying campaign.
In related news, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June to July 2026. The tournament is expected to be one of the most highly anticipated events in world football.
