My tears after the first goal because of “difficult days”

Lionel Messi wiped his tears with his shirt, and he seemed deeply affected, after scoring the first goal for Argentina against Algeria during the FIFA World Cup, a goal that marked the beginning of an unforgettable performance during which he scored a hat-trick that led his country to a 3-0 victory.

Although his first hat-trick in the World Cup made many Argentine fans cry with joy, Messi confirmed that his tears were for personal reasons that had nothing to do with football. Messi, who is participating in the World Cup for a record sixth time, said after the match, “Why did you cry? ⁠It was not related to football at all. “I went through difficult days.”

He added, “I am grateful to all the mission members and my teammates. They were always by my side and gave me great support that helped me overcome this ordeal.”

Thanks to his hat-trick, Messi, who will turn 39 years old next week, equaled the record for the number of goals scored in the history of the World Cup, leveling with German Miroslav Klose with 16 goals. Argentina continues its campaign to defend its title by facing Austria in the tenth group competitions next Monday.