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Messi's Hat-Trick at 38 Equals Klose Record; Lizarazu Still Amazed

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria (3-0) in Argentina's opening match of the 2026 World Cup, joining Miroslav Klose at the top of the all-time World Cup goalscorers list with 16 goals. At 38 years old, the Inter Miami forward continues to impress, with former France left-back Bixente Lizarazu expressing his ongoing astonishment at the Argentine's longevity.

Football Jun 20
USA clinch Group D as Morocco and Brazil secure first wins on World Cup Day 9

The United States sealed top spot in Group D with a win over Australia, helped by Turkey's loss to Paraguay, while Morocco dismantled Scotland and Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 to end their winless start at the 2026 World Cup.

Football Jun 20
Luca Zidane Benched Against Jordan, Benbot Called to Replace Him

After Algeria's heavy 3-0 defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, former international Omar Hamenad backs a goalkeeper change and names Oussama Benbot as a credible alternative to Luca Zidane.

Football Jun 20
Otamendi suspended but started: why Algeria's complaint doesn't hold up

Beaten 3-0 by Argentina, with Messi scoring a hat-trick, Algeria sees some supporters demanding a walkover victory after Nicolas Otamendi took the field, despite being covered by a FIFA rule change adopted before the World Cup.

Football Jun 20
Dembélé dropped after poor display: 2018 scenario repeats itself

Like after France's failed match against Australia in 2018, Ousmane Dembélé is paying the price for his disappointing performance against Senegal and loses his starting place in the France squad.

Football Jun 20
Cunha scores twice as Brazil rout Haiti, but Raphinha injury clouds striker solution

Matheus Cunha netted a brace to lead Brazil to a 3-0 win over Haiti in Philadelphia, but a suspected hamstring injury to Raphinha threatens to cut short the Manchester United forward's stint as a makeshift striker.

Football Jun 20
Almiron sent off for covering his mouth in World Cup first under new FIFA rule

Miguel Almiron became the first player dismissed for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent, receiving a red card during Paraguay's World Cup group-stage match against Turkey.

Football Jun 20
FAF files complaint with FIFA over controversial refereeing decisions against Argentina

After losing 3-0 to Argentina in Kansas City during the 2026 World Cup, Algeria officially filed a complaint with FIFA contesting two decisions by referee Szymon Marciniak: a stamp by Messi on Mandi and an elbow from Mac Allister on Maza.

Football Jun 20
Pochettino likens USA's roaring Seattle crowd to Argentina's iconic fan base after 2-0 win

Mauricio Pochettino drew a striking comparison after the United States beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle, saying American fans are now matching Argentina's renowned support. The crowd was so loud that Alex Freeman's goal registered as a seismic tremor.

Football Jun 20
FIFA's new head-to-head rule seals Mexico top spot and could clinch USA's group early

Mexico became the first team to secure a top-two finish at World Cup 2026 after their 1-0 win over South Korea, thanks to a new FIFA rule that prioritises head-to-head records over goal difference. The USA could clinch their group next if Turkey fail to beat Paraguay.

Football Jun 20
USA clinch World Cup knockout spot in two games with 2-0 win over Australia

The United States made history at the 2026 World Cup on Friday, beating Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure a round-of-32 place after just two group-stage games — a first for the programme. Captain Tim Ream called it the most special group he has been part of.

Football Jun 20
Cunha scores twice as Brazil beat Haiti but Raphinha limps off with hamstring scare

Matheus Cunha netted twice as Brazil eased past Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia, but the win was overshadowed by Raphinha's early exit with a hamstring concern just two games into the World Cup.

Football Jun 20
Morocco coach backs 'relaxed' Hakimi after rape trial ruling overshadows World Cup win over Scotland

Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi declared his squad fully behind captain Achraf Hakimi after a French appeals court confirmed the PSG defender will stand trial for rape — hours before his side beat Scotland 1-0 at the World Cup.

Football Jun 20
Raphinha limps off in first half as Brazil sweat over World Cup fitness

Barcelona winger Raphinha was forced off in the 40th minute of Brazil's match against Haiti in Philadelphia, adding to the Selecao's injury concerns ahead of their final Group A game against Scotland on 24 June.

Football Jun 20
Ivan Barton named referee for Brazil vs Haiti at World Cup 2026

El Salvador's Ivan Barton, a FIFA-listed official since 2018, will take charge of Brazil's World Cup 2026 Group C clash against Haiti at Lincoln Financial Field. Barton previously refereed three matches at Qatar 2022, including Japan's famous win over Germany.

Football Jun 20
Scotland face Brazil in must-win World Cup 2026 group finale after Morocco defeat

Scotland sit third in Group C with three points after a 1-0 loss to Morocco, and must beat Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium on 24 June to guarantee a place in the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.

Football Jun 20
USA's 2-0 win over Australia breaks sportsbook records as World Cup fever grips America

The United States' opening 2-0 victory over Australia at the 2026 World Cup generated the highest number of wagers ever recorded on a single soccer game at Caesars Sports, with 87% of the handle backing the Americans — and sportsbooks paid the price.

Football Jun 20
Ferguson 'baffled' by criticism of Scotland's Haiti win as Morocco defeat leaves World Cup progress in doubt

Lewis Ferguson has defended Scotland's opening World Cup win over Haiti after a 70th-second Ismael Saibari strike condemned Steve Clarke's side to defeat against Morocco, leaving them needing a result against Brazil to reach the last 32.

Football Jun 20
Denied penalty haunts Scotland as Morocco's early strike seals World Cup group blow

Morocco held Scotland to a 1-0 victory in Boston thanks to Ismael Saibari's goal inside 70 seconds, with a late Scott McTominay penalty appeal — rejected by the referee and debated fiercely by pundits — leaving Scotland in a precarious Group C position ahead of a must-not-lose clash with Brazil.

Football Jun 20
Scotland denied clear penalty in World Cup loss to Morocco as McTominay fumes at VAR

Scotland fell to a 1-0 defeat against Morocco in Boston, but referee analyst Christina Unkel insists VAR missed a clear penalty when Scott McTominay was tripped from behind inside the box.

Football Jun 20

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