Lionel Messi Sets New World Record with Hat-Trick for Argentina Against Curacao

Lionel Messi has broken yet another record, this time for the Argentine national team, after scoring a hat-trick against Curacao in a World Cup qualifying match. Messi's goals took his tally for Argentina to 79, surpassing the previous record held by Brazil's Pele for the most goals scored for a South American national team.

Lionel Messi Breaks Another HUGE Record With Hat-Trick For Argentina Against Curacao,

Messi's feat comes just a week after he became the highest scorer in La Liga history with his 366th league goal for Barcelona. The 34-year-old has been in sensational form this season and looks set to lead Argentina's charge at next year's World Cup in Qatar.

The match against Curacao saw Messi put in a commanding performance, with all three of his goals coming in the first half. The hat-trick was also Messi's third for the national team, further solidifying his status as one of the greatest players of all time.

Argentina went on to win the match 3-0, securing their place at the top of their World Cup qualifying group. With Messi leading the charge, the Argentine team looks set to make a serious challenge for the trophy next year.

Overall, Messi's record-breaking performance against Curacao is yet another testament to his extraordinary talent and skill as a footballer. With several more years of football ahead of him, it will be exciting to see just how many more records Messi is able to break before he hangs up his boots.

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