Lionel Messi continues to dominate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring twice in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, extending his record to 18 World Cup goals. Messi's performance sealed Argentina's place in the knockout stage.
In a significant match, France convincingly defeated Iraq 3-0, with Kylian Mbappe contributing two goals, bringing his World Cup tally to 16. The game faced a two-hour suspension due to thunderstorms but resumed without affecting France’s momentum.
Norway, led by Erling Haaland, triumphed over Senegal 3-2, marking their first World Cup appearance in 28 years. Haaland scored twice, ensuring Norway's advancement alongside France.
Algeria rallied to defeat Jordan 2-1, marking their first ever World Cup win after conceding first, giving them hope for the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Jordan was eliminated from the competition.