Lionel Messi scores opening goal as Argentina face Algeria at Kansas City

Lionel Messi scored the opening goal for Argentina against Algeria in the Group J World Cup match. The game took place at Kansas City Stadium in the United States, with live commentary provided by BBC Radio 5 Live.

Messi’s opening goal gave Argentina an early edge. The strike came within the first minutes of the match.

A subsequent Messi effort was ruled out by the officials. The decision sparked immediate discussion among the spectators.

Algeria responded, but their goal was also ruled out minutes later. The disallowed Algerian goal came after the Messi decision.

The encounter is a Group J World Cup fixture. Both sides are competing for points in the group stage.

The match is being broadcast with live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live. Listeners can also “watch & listen” via the service.

Supplementary content includes World Cup team guides and explanations of new laws. A feature on twenty new players to watch accompanies the coverage.