
Jordan Score First-Ever World Cup Goal in Debut Match
Jordan have scored their first-ever goal in their first-ever FIFA World Cup match.

Jordan have scored their first-ever goal in their first-ever FIFA World Cup match.

Lionel Messi said he cried after scoring in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria due to a personal matter unrelated to football. The 38-year-old scored a hat-trick on his 200th appearance, becoming the all-time joint top World Cup scorer with 16 goals.

Romano Schmid opened the scoring for Austria with a remarkable strike into the top corner, described as 'wonderful'.

Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick to lead Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria, becoming the first player to feature at six World Cups and equaling the record for most World Cup goals.

Erling Haaland scored two goals on his World Cup debut, leading Norway to a 4-1 victory over Iraq. The 25-year-old striker now has 57 goals in 51 international appearances, continuing his remarkable scoring form on the biggest stage.

France began their World Cup campaign with a victory against Senegal. Kylian Mbappé made history by scoring his 58th goal, becoming the all-time leading scorer.

England manager Thomas Tuchel says he will not adapt his team's playing style at the World Cup despite high temperatures in the US, as it would mean forfeiting their strengths. The German coach emphasizes physicality and courage ahead of their opener against Croatia.

Erling Haaland scored two goals as Norway began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 4-1 win against Iraq.

Kylian Mbappe scored twice to become France's all-time leading scorer with 58 goals, leading Les Bleus to a 3-1 victory over Senegal in their World Cup 2026 opener. Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye also scored in a thrilling second half.

Austria captain David Alaba says his team will rely on momentum from their first World Cup victory since 1990 to challenge defending champions Argentina and Lionel Messi in their second group match.