BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA – OCTOBER 15: Lautaro Martinez of Argentina celebrates with teammate Lionel Messi after scoring the team’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American Qualifier match between Argentina and Bolivia at Estadio Más Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti on October 15, 2024 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo by Marcelo Endelli/Getty Images)
Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram recently quipped about feeling “a bit jealous” of Lautaro Martinez, particularly regarding his relationship with the legendary Lionel Messi. This playful jab came in the wake of Messi’s astonishing hat-trick against Algeria during the 2026 World Cup, a feat that secured his place alongside Miroslav Klose as the joint-highest goalscorer in World Cup history, each with 16 goals.
Thuram Lightheartedly Teases Martinez After Messi’s Remarkable World Cup Display
Messi’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, pressing the limits of footballing greatness while seemingly inching closer to claiming the all-time record for himself. For Lautaro Martinez, a key figure in the Argentine lineup, the tournament commenced on a positive note, with the team securing a vital win in their opening match.
The Inter captain took to Instagram after the match, sharing a series of heartwarming photos alongside Messi, accompanied by the caption: “Victory in the first game, step by step with lots of enthusiasm. Vamos Argentina.” It wasn’t long before Thuram, Martinez’s partner on the pitch at club level, chimed in with a humorous GIF that read: “A bit of jealousy there,” which resonated well with fans from both Inter and the Argentine national team.
