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Messi sets unwanted World Cup record before rescuing Argentina in 3-2 comeback against Egypt
Lionel Messi became the first player to miss two penalties in a single World Cup edition after his spot-kick was saved in Argentina's round-of-16 clash, yet he still scored and assisted as Argentina overturned a deficit to beat Egypt 3-2.
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FIFA investigates racist abuse aimed at streamer IShowSpeed during Argentina World Cup match
FIFA has launched an investigation after streamer IShowSpeed was subjected to racist abuse by a fan during Argentina's World Cup match against Cape Verde in Miami on 3 July. The governing body called the incident incompatible with the tournament's values of unity and respect.
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Messi rescues Argentina with goal and assist in four-minute comeback against Egypt
Lionel Messi scored and assisted in a four-minute spell to drag Argentina from 2-0 down, with Enzo Fernández heading home the winner in the 90th minute to seal a 3-2 victory and a place in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals.
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Argentina's comeback against Egypt marred by hugely controversial disallowed goal
Argentina overturned Egypt (3-2) in the World Cup round of 16 thanks to Messi, but several refereeing decisions — including an Egyptian goal ruled out by VAR for a foul committed 90 metres from goal — have sparked fierce controversy.
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Argentina's 3-2 comeback over Egypt in Atlanta prompts Brady's 28-3 Super Bowl comparison
Trailing 2-0 in the 67th minute against Egypt, Argentina scored three unanswered goals — including one from Lionel Messi and a Enzo Fernández stoppage-time winner — to win 3-2 in a World Cup round-of-16 match that drew comparisons to the Patriots' Super Bowl LI comeback.
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Mbappe calls Paraguayan senator 'despicable' after racist tirade following France's World Cup win
Kylian Mbappe has publicly condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla after she posted a racist attack on him following France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay. The French Football Federation has announced it will file criminal charges against the politician.
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Messi breaks World Cup all-time assists record as Argentina stun Egypt in stunning comeback
Lionel Messi claimed sole ownership of the World Cup's all-time assists record with his ninth career tournament assist, then added a 21st World Cup goal as Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit to beat Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16 at Atlanta Stadium.
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Messi's tears and a record-equalling goal seal Argentina's stunning 3-2 comeback over Egypt
Argentina trailed 2-0 before Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernandez scored three late goals to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta and reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Messi, who had a penalty saved earlier, now leads the Golden Boot race with eight tournament goals.
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Argentina sets World Cup penalty record, Messi misses against Egypt
Argentina earned its eighth penalty in twelve World Cup matches since 2022, an absolute record according to statistician MisterChip. Lionel Messi became the first player to miss two penalties in the same World Cup edition.
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Argentina Stuns Egypt with Late Comeback to Reach World Cup Quarterfinals
Trailing and struggling for much of the match, Argentina turned the tables on Egypt (3-2) thanks to a dramatic surge in the final fifteen minutes. Messi and his teammates will face either Switzerland or Colombia in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals.
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Neville's Trump quip stuns ITV panel as Messi misses penalty against Egypt
Gary Neville raised laughs from Roy Keane and Ian Wright on ITV's World Cup coverage after quipping that Donald Trump should replace Lionel Messi on penalty duty, moments after the Argentina captain's spot-kick was saved by Egypt goalkeeper Mostafa Shobeir.
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Enzo Fernández's stoppage-time header completes Argentina's stunning 3-2 comeback against Egypt
Trailing 2-0 with 23 minutes left, Argentina scored three times in 14 minutes to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16 at Atlanta Stadium on Tuesday, with Enzo Fernández sealing the win in stoppage time.
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Messi rescues Argentina with three goals in 14 minutes to stun Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta
Argentina trailed Egypt 2-0 and saw Messi miss a penalty before Cristian Romero, Messi himself, and Enzo Fernandez scored three times in the final 14 minutes to seal a 3-2 win and a World Cup quarter-final place.
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El Salvador's Ivan Barton to referee Switzerland vs Colombia World Cup quarter-final decider
Salvadoran referee Ivan Barton will take charge of the Switzerland vs Colombia Round of 16 clash at the 2026 World Cup, with the winner advancing to face either Egypt or Argentina in the quarter-finals.
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Belgium's 4-1 rout of USA hands sportsbooks one of their biggest-ever soccer wins
The United States' elimination by Belgium in the Round of 16 proved a windfall for bookmakers, who had absorbed heavy public betting on the USMNT throughout the tournament. A single bettor lost $750,000 on the USA to advance.
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FIFA Opens Investigation After Racist Insults Directed at IShowSpeed at World Cup
FIFA has launched an official investigation following an incident during the Argentina vs. Cape Verde match in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, in which content creator IShowSpeed allegedly faced racist abuse from Argentine supporters.
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García praises Balogun's grace after Belgium's 4-1 demolition ends USA's World Cup
Belgium coach Rudi García singled out Folarin Balogun for approaching him after the final whistle, telling reporters he appreciated the gesture and that the American forward bore no blame for the FIFA suspension controversy that overshadowed their round-of-16 clash.
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Henderson breaks arm in post-match celebration as England reach World Cup quarter-finals
Jordan Henderson fractured his arm after losing his footing while climbing over advertising boards following England's 3-2 win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. Teammate Marc Guehi says the midfielder is on course for a 'speedy recovery' but is expected to miss the rest of the tournament.
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Liverpool lead Premier League chase for Mexico's 17-year-old World Cup star Gilberto Mora
Liverpool have made contact with the camp of Tijuana midfielder Gilberto Mora, the youngest player at World Cup 2026, as the Reds look to get ahead of Arsenal, Manchester City, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Barcelona in the race for the £34m-rated teenager.
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Messi's penalty saved as Argentina trail Egypt in World Cup last 16
Lionel Messi had a first-half penalty saved by Mostafa Ahmed Shobeir as Argentina found themselves 1-0 down to Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, after Yasser Ibrahim's 15th-minute opener.
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