Canada’s Jonathan David has written his name into the history books after becoming the second player to score a hat trick at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
David’s incredible attacking display against Qatar saw him match a milestone previously reached by Lionel Messi, who scored the first hat trick of the tournament.
The Canadian forward showed everything expected from a top striker, combining movement, composure, and clinical finishing to punish Qatar’s defence.
The achievement is a major moment for both David and Canadian football. Performing on the World Cup stage is the dream of every player, and David delivered when the spotlight was brightest.
With Messi and David now leading the hat trick charts, the tournament has already produced memorable individual performances.
Canada’s supporters will hope this is the start of a special campaign as the team continues its World Cup journey.
