Messi equals iconic record with hat-trick
In 2016, Messi and his father were convicted in Spain on tax evasion charges but avoided prison time because the sentence was less than two years.
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In 2016, Messi and his father were convicted in Spain on tax evasion charges but avoided prison time because the sentence was less than two years. Jorge Messi played a key role in his third son's career, acting as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field. Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates his first goal of the match against Algeria in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 16, 2026.
Furthermore, Luzu TV presenter Florencia Pena falsely reported that Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, had died on June 17, 2026. Lionel Messi and his father, Jorge, during a 2022 World Cup champions party on Dec. Messi scored a hat trick, leading Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria in its first match of the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday.
In addition, An Argentine TV host has quit after she erroneously reported that Lionel Messi’s father had died — two days after the soccer icon led the Argentina national team to victory in their first World Cup match. REUTERS Lionel Messi wipes his eyes after scoring a goal in Argentina’s first World Cup Match.
One point remains disputed: Opposite versions — It was not revealed what illness the elder Messi was battling or what his condition is. ; It was not revealed what illness the elder Messi was battling or what his condition is..
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In 2016, Messi and his father were convicted in Spain on tax evasion charges but avoided prison time because the sentence was less than two years.
reliability low1/2 sourcesJorge Messi played a key role in his third son's career, acting as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field.
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Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates his first goal of the match against Algeria in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 16, 2026.
according to New York PostLuzu TV presenter Florencia Pena falsely reported that Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, had died on June 17, 2026.
according to New York PostLionel Messi and his father, Jorge, during a 2022 World Cup champions party on Dec.
according to New York PostMessi scored a hat trick, leading Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria in its first match of the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday.
according to New York PostAn Argentine TV host has quit after she erroneously reported that Lionel Messi’s father had died — two days after the soccer icon led the Argentina national team to victory in their first World Cup match.
according to New York PostREUTERS Lionel Messi wipes his eyes after scoring a goal in Argentina’s first World Cup Match.
according to New York PostAnd those feelings were because of that,” Messi said in Spanish after the match, according to the Associated Press . “I thank my teammates, the coaching staff and the delegation for helping me.”
according to New York PostDeFodi Images/Shutterstock Milei called Peña a “low-rent gossipmonger” as he credited Luzu TV for issuing a correction and booting “this nefarious character.
according to New York PostInstagram / jorge.sole Flor_de_P/Instagram Peña apologized for the on-air blunder and said she was leaving the show on Thursday. “I apologize to the Messi family for the awful moment I imagine they are going through.
according to New York PostTV host quits after she falsely reported Lionel Messi’s dad died during World Cup.
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- It was not revealed what illness the elder Messi was battling or what his condition is.ABC News (Australia) - Top Stories
- It was not revealed what illness the elder Messi was battling or what his condition is.New York Post
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He accompanied the young Messi to Barcelona in the early 2000s for a tryout at La Masia, the Spanish club's youth academy.
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omitted byLeft sideRight sidecovered byCenterPublic / AgenciesJorge Messi played a key role in his third son's career, acting as his agent and managing his business affairs off the field.
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Wednesday, June 24
Messi extends World Cup goal record in win over Austria as France, Norway advance to knockout rounds
Reliability 92 · very high19 sources14 independent voices13 countries · 5 languagesCross-blocFraming differsblind spot · Left siderewrites detected
Tuesday, June 23
2026 World Cup: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland battle for Golden Boot
Reliability 87 · very high205 sources102 independent voices60 countries · 15 languagesCross-blocFraming differs7 disputedblind spot · Left siderewrites detectedUnstoppable Messi hits brace as Argentina cruise past Austria
Reliability 86 · very high80 sources38 independent voices32 countries · 16 languagesCross-blocFraming differs6 disputedblind spot · Left siderewrites detectedMessi Breaks World Cup Goals Record In Argentina Clash With Austria
Reliability 77 · high23 sources17 independent voices15 countries · 1 languagesCross-bloc2 disputedblind spot · Centerrewrites detectedThe record was just waiting a little: this was the penalty missed by Messi against Austria
Reliability 77 · high10 sources10 independent voices6 countries · 3 languagesMilestone Messi adds brace to hat-trick as Argentina beat Austria and reach last 32
Reliability 88 · very high11 sources5 independent voices8 countries · 2 languagesCross-blocblind spot · Left siderewrites detectedAlgeria rally to eliminate World Cup debutants Jordan
Reliability 70 · high8 sources5 independent voices7 countries · 1 languagesCross-blocdisputedblind spot · Right siderewrites detected
Monday, June 22
2026 World Cup: Messi scores twice as Argentina beats Austria
Reliability 86 · very high126 sources80 independent voices39 countries · 8 languagesCross-blocFraming differs6 disputedblind spot · Left siderewrites detectedLionel Messi sets World Cup goal-scoring record against Austria
Reliability 84 · very high75 sources45 independent voices29 countries · 5 languagesCross-blocFraming differs10 disputedblind spot · Left siderewrites detected
Thursday, June 18
Lionel Messi's family releases health update on father Jorge after tears at World Cup
Reliability 100 · very high5 sources5 independent voices