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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Ghana look to diaspora for backing as Partey case and years of flux cloud planning

Carlos Queiroz has plenty to deal with as the Black Stars enter the fray against Panama looking to banish a long record of underachievement

The Guardian - UK

‘I loved him ever since he came onto the scene’ Ex-England defender backs Manchester City and Three Lions star to announce himself on World Cup stage

Wayne Bridge lauded the qualities of Nico O’Reilly and is backing the Manchester City defender to shine for England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

FourFourTwo

SPO:Messi magic gets defending champions going at World Cup

A Lionel Messi hat-trick against Algeria has got Argentina off to the perfect start as they attempt to defend their World Cup crown in North America.

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Messi magic gets defending champions going at World Cup

A Lionel Messi hat-trick against Algeria has got Argentina off to the perfect start as they attempt to defend their World Cup crown in North America.

AAP

How Old Is Lionel Messi? Inside His Legendary Career as He Chases One Final World Cup Chapter

Lionel Messi leads Argentina in the 2026 World Cup, potentially marking his final international chapter. His enduring influence and Argentina's dominance define modern football history.

International Business Times UK

Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in sensational one-man display

Lionel Messi's Argentina defeated Algeria by three goals to nil in Kansas City on Tuesday evening

FourFourTwo

Everything you missed from day six at World Cup 2026: Messi magic, England’s late squad change, and VAR controversy

Elsewhere, Kylian Mbappe rewrote some records as France turned on the style after the tournament’s biggest refereeing controversy so far

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina is skilfully defending its title, and its fans are more obsessed than ever

Argentina's football champions are back on the World Cup stage. Dedicated fans have traveled thousands of miles, some by bicycle, to support their team. Many are spending significant amounts of money to witness the matches. Lionel Messi, a legendary player, is a major draw for global fans.

The Economic Times

Meet Luca Zidane: His Height, Age, Father and the Emotional Reason He Represents Algeria

Luca Zidane, son of Zinedine Zidane, becomes Algeria's starting goalkeeper at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting his unique international choice and family heritage.

International Business Times UK

Lionel Messi produces hat trick, ties all-time World Cup goals mark

Lionel Messi's left-footed ⁠strike ⁠in the 76th minute Tuesday night against Algeria completed a sensational hat ‌trick and boosted the Argentina star to 16 career goals at the World Cup, tying Miroslav Klose's all-time mark.

Bangkok Post

Messi dazzles to equal World Cup scoring record as Argentina breeze past Algeria

The star midfielder, making his 200th appearance for Argentina, tied the all-time tournament scoring mark at 16 goals with his hat-trick on Tuesday night

The Guardian - US

Most goals in World Cup: Who is the highest goal scorer in the FIFA world cup?

Who is the highest goal scorer in the FIFA world cup? Lionel Messi has equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals after a hat-trick in the 2026 tournament. The Argentina captain also became the first male footballer to appear in six World Cups. Messi's achievement marks a significant…

The Economic Times

Argentina’s Messi equals World Cup goalscoring record with hat-trick in defeat of Algeria

Lionel Messi piled up the records as he scored all three goals for Argentina in their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria on Tuesday, becoming the first player to feature in six World Cups and matching former Germany striker Miroslav Klose's tally of 16 goals on football's biggest stage.

France 24

Austria vs. Jordan—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats

The 20th game of the 2026 World Cup pits a reemerging European force against an Asian debutant.

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Lionel Messi Scores Hat Trick, Matches All-Time World Cup Record in Opening Win

The soccer legend stunned on Tuesday night in Argentina’s opener against Algeria.

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi creates more history with Argentina after fabulous hat-trick reveals World Cup truth

The 37-year-old hit a hat-trick in Kansas City to move level with Miroslav Klose on 16 goals as the highest scorer in Word Cup history

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi lights up the stage with hat-trick in opener vs Algeria, equals Klose’s all-time record

Lionel Messi achieved a remarkable hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup debut against Algeria. This dominant performance saw the veteran player equal Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals. Messi's goals, including a long-range strike and a close-range finish, ignited celebrations among Argentine supporters in Kansas City.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo club, becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups

Lionel Messi achieved his 200th international appearance for Argentina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria. At 38, he joins an elite group of footballers with such longevity. Messi's illustrious career includes a World Cup title, multiple Copa América triumphs, and numerous World Cup records, solidifying his status…

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TikTok creator calls out FIFA over World Cup ticket prices jumping from $60 to $167, and FIFA has now responded to the claims

FIFA defended its pricing strategy

AAP

'Age is irrelevant': Slipper set for Wallabies comeback

Ageless prop James Slipper could become rugby's all-time most-capped player after announcing a comeback for the Wallabies less than a year into retirement.

Evening Standard

England fans defy distances as hundreds gather on eve of World Cup opener

Supporters descended on the Londoner pub in Dallas the night before England’s first game against Croatia.

The Economic Times

Neymar returns to action for limited training with Brazil at the World Cup

Brazilian football star Neymar has returned to training with his World Cup squad. He is recovering from a leg injury sustained earlier. Neymar participated in physical conditioning sessions. He is not expected to play in the upcoming match against Haiti. Brazil's World Cup campaign began with a draw against Morocco.…

The Guardian - AU

Austria 3-1 Jordan: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Marko Arnautovic sealed Austria’s victory over debutants Jordan with a goal from the penalty spot as his side returned to the World Cup in style

FourFourTwo

Austria vs Jordan prediction as gulf in class represents early World Cup banana skin

Austria need to get maximum points on the board from their Group J opener tonight, or face having to get something against World Cup holders Argentina

FourFourTwo

Antoine Semenyo backs Ghana to qualify for the knock out rounds of the World Cup - despite finishing bottom of the group four years ago

The Manchester City winger is confident the Black Stars can qualify from England's group

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