Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi gestures in front of the ball alongside Algeria’s midfielder #22 Ibrahim Maza and Algeria’s forward #09 Amine Gouiri during the 2026 World Cup Group J football match between Argentina and Algeria at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on June 16, 2026. — AFP pic Stay updated on the latest news and insights. Subscribe to our newsletter here (New users only) It's tax relief season! Get up to RM300 when you save with Versa! Plus, enjoy an additional FREE RM10 when you sign up using code VERSAMM10 with a min. cash-in of RM100 today. T&Cs apply. Wednesday, 17 Jun 2026 9:14 AM MYT KANSAS CITY, June 17 — Lionel Messi became the first player to appear in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday.The 38-year-old, who captained the South American nation to the title four years ago in Qatar, is also winning his 200th international cap. — AFP