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Lionel Messi in action in Missouri (Photo: IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters)
Lionel Messi ties Miroslav Klose for most goals in World Cup history with hat-trick against Algeria

Jun 17, 2026

Lionel Messi opened his FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a brilliant hat-trick, leading Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria on Tuesday. With the hat-trick, He registered his name in the record books for multiple accolades, the most notable being for joint-most goals in World Cup history.

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United States players celebrating (Photo: X/@FIFAWorldCup)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Counter-drone systems deployed at all US match venues

Jun 17, 2026
Cape Verde's Vozinha (Photo: Reuters)

Cape Verde goalie Vozinha shines on social media, gains millions of Instagram followers after WC draw against Spain

Jun 17, 2026
England captain Harry Kane (Photo/@HKane)

"Will give everything we've got": Harry Kane's special message before England's FIFA World Cup opener against Croatia

Jun 17, 2026
Lionel Messi during FIFA World Cup 2022 (Photo: ANI)

Lionel Messi becomes first player to feature in six Men's FIFA World Cups

Jun 17, 2026
Cape Verde's Vozinha (Photo: Reuters)

"Actively reaching out...": US State Department trying to help Cape Verde goalie Vozinha's mum for FIFA World Cup

Jun 17, 2026
Norway striker Erling Haaland celebrating (Photo: X/ FIFA World Cup @FIFAWorldCup)

Erling Haaland makes history with brace on FIFA World Cup debut as Norway win

Jun 17, 2026
France's Adrien Rabiot in action during FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against Senegal (Photo: Reuters)

"Feels like artificial surface": Adrien Rabiot criticises New York pitch after France's 3-1 win over Senegal in FIFA WC

Jun 17, 2026

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Lionel Messi (File Photo/ANI)

Lionel Messi becomes third player to make 200 international appearances; joins Ronaldo

Jun 17, 2026

Legendary footballer Lionel Messi added another milestone to his illustrious career, becoming only the third player in football history to reach 200 international appearances for his country.
Iran's Mehdi Torabi during International friendly against Uruguay in 2022 (Photo/Reuters)

Iran winger Mehdi Torabi's US visa expires after FIFA World Cup opener

Jun 17, 2026

The Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) stated on Tuesday (local time) that winger Mehdi Torabi's visa had expired following a single visit to the United States for Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener in Los Angeles.
Neymar Jr. reacts after the Brazil v Morocco FIFA World Cup 2026 match (Photo/Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil proceed cautiously as Neymar resumes light training

Jun 17, 2026

Star footballer Neymar gave Brazil a small boost of optimism after stepping onto the pitch with the national team in the United States for the first time, though a comeback against Haiti on Friday (as per Local Time) appears unlikely, according to Reuters.
Norway's Erling Haaland and Julian Ryerson celebrate after Leo Ostigard scored his side's third goal against Iraq in FIFA World Cup 2026 (Photo/Reuters)

Erling Haaland shines on FIFA World Cup debut as Norway beat Iraq 4-1

Jun 17, 2026
DR Congo coach Sebastien Desabre during the press conference. (Photo/Reuters)

"Will take measured risks": DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre says "no fear" ahead of FIFA WC clash against Portugal

Jun 17, 2026
Bruno Fernandes (Photo/@B_Fernandes8)

"Dream is to be world champions": Bruno Fernandes ahead of FIFA WC opener against DR Congo

Jun 16, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo (Photo/@Cristiano)

"Huge privilege to have him as compatriot": Bruno Fernandes hails Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo

Jun 16, 2026
Germany's Joshua Kimmich applauds fans after the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Curacao. (Photo/Reuters)

'Saw snake at training camp during FIFA World Cup': Germany star Joshua Kimmich

Jun 16, 2026
England players celebrate at the end of the match against Ireland in ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026. (Photo/Reuters)

Women's T20 World Cup: England beat Ireland by four wickets in rain-hit clash as Ecclestone shines with ball

Jun 16, 2026
Kylian Mbappe celebrating (Photo/@KMbappe)

'Long road but we are ready,' says Kylian Mbappe after record-breaking performance against Senegal in FIFA WC

Jun 16, 2026
France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates scoring their third goal with Dayot Upamecano, Bradley Barc during FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against Senegal (Photo/Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2026: France beat Senegal 3-1 as Mbappe surpasses Messi on all-time tournament scoring chart

Jun 16, 2026
Gilbert Martina (Right). (Photo/@GWR)

Guinness World Records recognises Curacao's historic FIFA World Cup appearance

Jun 16, 2026
Sri Lankan players celebrating (Photo/@ICC)

Sri Lanka beat defending champions New Zealand in Women's T20 WC upset as Silva's fifty secures run-chase

Jun 16, 2026
Portugal national football team (Photo/@Cristiano)

"Pride, passion, responsibility": Ronaldo's message ahead of FIFA WC opener against DR Congo

Jun 16, 2026
India's squad for Asian Fencing C'ships 2026 (Photo: FAI)

FAI announces Indian squad for Asian Fencing Championships 2026

Jun 16, 2026
Lionel Messi (left) and Cristiano Ronaldo (right) (Photos: ANI)

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo set for sixth World Cup appearance

Jun 16, 2026
Iran football team player Ali Alipour in action with New Zealand's Ryan Thomas (Photo: Reuters)

Asian Football Confederation teams make strong start to FIFA World Cup 2026, stay unbeaten so far

Jun 16, 2026
Belgium's Romelu Lukaku celebrates after Egypt's Mohamed Hany scored an own goal (Photo: Reuters)

Own goals lead FIFA World Cup 2026 scoring charts, outnumber top goalscorers so far

Jun 16, 2026