Lionel Messi stole the show with a World Cup hat-trick in Dallas City, but some believe the Argentinean skipper should not have been on the pitch

Messi quickly became embroiled in controversy after he appeared to stamp on the calf and Achilles area of Algeria's Aissa Mandi from behind while he tried to make a tackle.

Lionel Messi controversially avoided a red card for a tackle on Algerian captain Aïssa Mandi during Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup win, allowing him to complete a hat-trick and tie…

The World Cup faces accusations that it is 'rigged' after Lionel Messi avoided being shown a red card for Argentina during their 3-0 win over Algeria in Group J

Algeria players and supporters appealed for punishment after Lionel Messi stepped on Mandi's calf. but the referee decided against taking any further action. | Football News

Lionel Messi stole the show with a World Cup hat-trick in Dallas City, but some believe the Argentinean skipper should not have been on the pitch

FIFA have reportedly received a complaint that alleges Argentina captain Lionel Messi should have been penalised before scoring his first World Cup hat-trick against Algeria