New Delhi, June 18 -- According to match night coverage from a global news outlet, Argentina controlled the match from the opening stages, with Messi scoring three times to dismantle Algeria's defensive structure.

Messi's opener came in the 17th minute after an early effort was ruled out for offside. From that point, Argentina never looked back, dictating possession and tempo while Algeria struggled to respond to sustained pressure.

His second-half dominance reflected both control and experience, as Argentina's midfield trio consistently found space between Algerian lines. The result was a performance that underlined their status as defending champions and early tournament favorites.

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