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World Cup Records Fall as Messi, Mbappé and Haaland Open Accounts in Style

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland delivered stunning performances as the global tournament kicked off, breaking records and lighting up venues across the United States.

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Mbappé Breaks Records but Dembélé Faces Uncertain Future in France Attack

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Kylian Mbappé became France’s all-time top scorer at the World Cup, yet Didier Deschamps faces a tactical headache fitting Ousmane Dembélé into an attack that already clicks with Michael Olise.

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Protesters to Target Hyundai Before Mexico vs South Korea World Cup Clash

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Activists will demonstrate against FIFA sponsor Hyundai before Thursday’s Group A match in Guadalajara, citing the car giant’s ties to a mining company linked to activist disappearances.

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Tuchel Feels at Home with England Despite Leaving German Football Behind

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Thomas Tuchel leads England at the 2026 World Cup without carrying the weight of past tournament failures. The German manager has embraced English culture since his Chelsea days and feels at home in London, though he admits he is too shy to sing the national anthem.

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Merino Tells Spain to Keep Cool After Cape Verde Stalemate

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Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino has called for unity and calm within the Spain camp after the European champions opened their World Cup defence with a frustrating goalless draw against debutants Cape Verde.

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World Cup Daily Podcast: Messi, Mbappé and Haaland Dominate Headlines

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Leading football pundits gather to break down the stunning form of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland in the latest World Cup Daily episode.

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Austria End 36-Year World Cup Wait with Dramatic Victory Over Brave Jordan Debutants

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Austria secured their first World Cup win in 36 years after defeating tournament newcomers Jordan 3-1 in a thrilling Group J opener at Levi’s Stadium. Marko Arnautovic emerged as the match-winner with a stoppage-time penalty following a late own goal.

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Argentina 3-0 Algeria Analysis: Messi’s Hat-Trick, 200th Cap and a Perfect Opening Statement

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Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in their 2026 World Cup Group J opener on June 16 at Kansas City Stadium, with Lionel Messi scoring a hat-trick in his historic 200th international cap to equal Miroslav Klose’s all-time World Cup goalscoring record of 16 goals, supported by dominant midfield control from Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernández that prevented Algeria from converting early energy into sustained attacking threats.

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From Kenyan Refugee Camp to Viral Star: Mabil Reveals Why Socceroos Diversity Video Struck a Chord

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Socceroos winger Awer Mabil shares why an unedited team video capturing Australia’s multicultural spirit resonated deeply with fans, while sending a powerful message of hope to refugees worldwide.

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Gary Lineker Tops World Cup Goal Burden Chart with Record 85.71% Strike Rate

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England legend Gary Lineker holds the record for the highest percentage of team goals at a single World Cup, scoring 85.71% of England’s strikes at the 1986 finals in Mexico.

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