Lionel Messi reveals why he was crying after Argentina goal: ‘Nothing to do with football’

Messi scored a stunning hat-trick on an emotional night (Picture: Michael Steele/Getty Images)

Lionel Messi broke down in tears during his record-equalling night for Argentina against Algeria in the World Cup, insisting it had ‘nothing to do with football.’

Defending world champions Argentina opened their group campaign with a 3-0 victory over Algeria with their legendary no10 scoring a sublime hat-trick.

His three-goal haul, his first for his country, moved him level with Miroslav Klose on 16 goals in the all-time top scorer rankings on what was also his 200^th appearance for his country.

Messi’s brilliance defined the night, opening the scoring after 17 minut...