Strength of character! Lionel Messi broke down in tears during the match against Algeria due to his father's health
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
Leo couldn't hold back his emotions.
Details: According to journalist Eduardo Feinmann, the reason behind the tears of the legendary Lionel Messi during yesterday's match against Algeria was a difficult situation regarding his father's health.
It is reported that Lionel's father, Jorge Messi, is in a very poor condition, and just days before the start of the World Cup, his situation worsened even further.
This situation has deeply troubled Leo Messi, yet he found the strength to step out onto the pitch and deliver an incredible performance, netting a historic hat-trick before succumbing to tears.
At this moment, Lionel Messi has caught up with Miroslav Klose in the list of the World Cup's all-time top scorers.
Reminder: The GOAT! Lionel Messi scores first hat-trick at the 2026 World Cup and catches up with Miroslav Klose on the all-time scorers list
