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Haaland hails Messi as a 'madman' after Argentina legend's World Cup hat-trick
Erling Haaland took to Snapchat to crown Lionel Messi a 'madman' after the 38-year-old scored a hat-trick for Argentina against Algeria, lifting him level with Miroslav Klose as the World Cup's all-time top scorer on 16 goals.
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Scotland and Norway fans turn Boston into a 'triple St. Patrick's Day' during World Cup
Waves of Scottish and Norwegian supporters have overwhelmed Boston's bars and liquor stores during the 2026 World Cup, with local venues reporting demand three times that of St. Patrick's Day. The fans have also donated nearly $30,000 to local charities.
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Messi's hat-trick ties Klose's all-time record and makes him World Cup Golden Boot favourite
Lionel Messi scored his first career World Cup hat-trick on Tuesday to draw level with Miroslav Klose on 16 goals — the most in men's World Cup history. Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland also scored twice each, turning the Golden Boot race into a three-man contest.
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Penalty Denied to Mbappé Against Senegal: Former Referee Sides with France
Despite Kylian Mbappé's brace and France's victory over Senegal, a refereeing decision continues to spark debate: former referee Saïd Ennjimi believes a penalty should have been awarded following contact from Sadio Mané.
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Nico Paz refuses to leave Como and turns down Real Madrid this summer
Despite a buyback clause in his contract, Nico Paz has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to remain at Como next season. The 21-year-old Argentine, who scored 13 goals and provided 8 assists this season, wants playing time guarantees that Madrid cannot offer him.
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Mbappe breaks France scoring record as VAR controversy and Messi hat-trick headline World Cup day six
Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time record goalscorer with a brace against Senegal, though a disputed VAR call dominated the first half. Lionel Messi struck three times as Argentina opened their title defence against Algeria.
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Messi scores World Cup hat-trick at 38 to equal Klose's all-time goals record
Lionel Messi delivered a historic one-man show as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 in Kansas City on Tuesday, netting all three goals to draw level with Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16.
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Deschamps and Rabiot slam MetLife Stadium pitch after France's victory
After their 3-1 victory over Senegal thanks to a Mbappé brace and a Barcola goal, Didier Deschamps and several French players heavily criticized the condition of the MetLife Stadium pitch in East Rutherford.
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Arsenal target Tottenham academy star Upson as £100m Tonali race heats up
Arsenal are pursuing Tottenham's out-of-contract defender Elijah Upson, son of former Gunner Matthew Upson, while Spurs have also entered the race to sign Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali, valued at up to £100 million.
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Messi's first World Cup hat-trick draws him level with Klose as all-time top scorer
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria in Kansas City, taking his tournament tally to 16 goals and drawing level with Miroslav Klose's all-time record in his 200th international appearance.
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Barcelona's snub forces Manchester United to demand permanent Rashford deal this summer
Barcelona allowed the £26m purchase option in Marcus Rashford's loan deal to expire, leaving Manchester United back at square one. The club has now ruled out another loan, insisting on a permanent transfer to avoid repeating the costly Jadon Sancho saga.
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Deschamps' halftime rallying cry sparks France's comeback: Blues thrash Senegal 3-1
Disappointing in the first half and saved by the post, France completely transformed after a forceful halftime speech from Didier Deschamps, ultimately winning 3-1 against Senegal thanks to a brace from Kylian Mbappé.
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Slipper ends Wallabies retirement to cover injuries ahead of Nations Championship
James Slipper has reversed his international retirement to make himself available for Australia's first three Tests of the Nations Championship, with injuries to Black Schoupp and Tom Robertson opening the door for the record-capped prop's return.
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Penney backs Lio-Willie for All Blacks return after standout Crusaders season
Outgoing Crusaders head coach Rob Penney has called for Christian Lio-Willie to earn another All Blacks chance, praising the No.8's consistent form during the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific campaign despite missing out on Robertson's squads last year.
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Messi scores in fifth World Cup to equal Ronaldo's record as Argentina beat Algeria
Lionel Messi became only the second player in history to score in five World Cups, netting his 14th tournament goal to give defending champions Argentina a 1-0 win over Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium on Tuesday.
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Haaland scores twice on World Cup debut as Ibrahimović says he's 'getting close to Zlatan'
Erling Haaland marked his first-ever World Cup appearance with a brace in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq, earning rare praise from Zlatan Ibrahimović, who said the Manchester City striker is now 'getting close to Zlatan' on his personal 'King of the Jungle' list.
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Ronaldo backs Endrick for Brazil role after Selecao's 1-1 World Cup draw with Morocco
Brazil legend Ronaldo has urged fans to be patient with 19-year-old Endrick after Carlo Ancelotti left the Real Madrid forward on the bench during a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their 2026 World Cup opener.
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Semenyo backs Ghana to reach World Cup knockouts after Qatar group-stage exit
Manchester City winger Antoine Semenyo believes Ghana can progress from their 2026 World Cup group despite the Black Stars finishing bottom in Qatar four years ago. Ghana face England in their second group game in Boston.
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Ibrahimović and Henry set aside GOAT debate to simply savour Messi at World Cup 2026
Zlatan Ibrahimović and Thierry Henry, both former Barcelona teammates of Lionel Messi, say the GOAT argument should be retired. As Argentina opened their 2026 World Cup campaign against Algeria, both men urged fans to celebrate Messi rather than rank him.
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Croatia boss tells Vuskovic to leave Tottenham after Brighton's £35m bid rejected
Zlatko Dalic has publicly urged Luka Vuskovic to find a club where he can start regularly, after Brighton had a second bid — worth up to £35m — turned down by Tottenham for the 19-year-old centre-back.
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