Thierry Henry: Messi’s 2026 World Cup hat‑trick makes no sense

Former France striker Thierry Henry praised Argentina’s Lionel Messi after the South American star scored a hat‑trick against Algeria in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.

Messi’s three goals helped the defending champions dominate the Desert Foxes, and the performance made him the oldest player ever to score a hat‑trick at a World Cup.

Speaking on Fox TV, Henry highlighted Messi’s talent and enduring quality.

“I’ve played against some of the greatest footballers in history, I’ve watched some of the greatest footballers in history, but what Messi continues to do at 38 years old simply doesn’t make sense,” he said.

“This is no longer about talent. This is no longer about numbers. This is football history unfolding right before our eyes, and every single match feels like another chapter in a story that nobody thought was possible.”