Lionel Messi is competing in his sixth FIFA World Cup this year. Argentina debuted on Tuesday, and the legendary forward completed a hat-trick. It dominated headlines and drew a lot of reactions from fans and his fellow athletes, including NFL star Patrick Mahomes.

Messi scored all three of his team’s goals against Algeria for a 3-0 win. He recorded his goals in the 17th, 60th and 76 minutes, respectively. It was the start the Argentinians hoped for to kickoff the campaign, and the team is tied at the top of Group J.

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The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback reacted to Messi’s performance on X. He kept it simple, using just three emojis.

Mahomes often congratulates athletes from the NFL and other sports. He proudly shows his admiration for them on social media, which signals his respect for their skill set and greatness.

Patrick Mahomes on target to return by Week 1

Mahomes continues to rehab from the torn ACL he sustained in December. Reports indicate that he is set to return to action in Week 1 and participated in a limited capacity during OTAs. The Chiefs will reconvene in late-July to start their training camp.

Kansas City missed the playoffs last season for the first time in the Mahomes era. The team made significant moves this offseason to bolster its roster and surround the six-time Pro Bowler with more talent. Mahomes’ potential return will boost the Chiefs as they aim to reclaim lost glory and compete for another Super Bowl.