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Mbappé breaks Giroud's France scoring record with 58 goals
Kylian Mbappé has scored 58 goals in 99 international appearances, breaking Olivier Giroud's record to become France's all-time top scorer.
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Haaland scores twice as Norway beat Iraq 4-1 in World Cup 2026 opener
Erling Haaland scored two goals as Norway began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 4-1 win against Iraq.
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Mbappé surpasses Messi and Pelé in World Cup goals
Kylian Mbappé has scored more World Cup goals than Lionel Messi and Pelé, according to a recent statistic.
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Mbappé: 'I'm not playing for revenge'
Kylian Mbappé says he is not motivated by revenge or silencing critics, stating he would have to play until age 80 to do so. He is fully focused on giving his best for his country.
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Michael Olise Named Man of the Match on World Cup Debut
Michael Olise was named FIFA Man of the Match on his World Cup debut, recording one assist, 100% shot accuracy, and four chances created.
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FIFA profiles Korea Republic star Hwang Inbeom's rise from wonderkid
FIFA profiles Hwang Inbeom's journey from a teenage debutant in South Korea to a World Cup star, featuring insights from former teammates who witnessed his growth. The midfielder's standout performance in Korea Republic's 2-1 win over Czechia in the 2026 World Cup opener earned him Player of the Match honors.
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Lionel Messi's World Cup records: owned and chased
Lionel Messi has set numerous World Cup records, including most appearances, assists, and dribbles. He recently equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals and 17 victories, and became the oldest hat-trick scorer at 38.
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Queiroz on World Cup experience and Ghana's fans ahead of Panama
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz praised his team's commitment ahead of their World Cup opener against Panama. The veteran manager, preparing for his fifth finals, emphasized the unpredictability of football and the importance of making the right decisions. He also highlighted the support of Ghanaian fans, whose drums he hopes will inspire the team.
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Erling Haaland Scores on World Cup Debut
Erling Haaland scored on his World Cup debut for Norway. The striker found the net in his first match at the tournament.
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Haaland scores after Iraq goalkeeper error
Erling Haaland scored an easy goal at the World Cup after Iraq goalkeeper Jalal Hassan made a mistake, giving the Norway striker his second goal.
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Mbappe double helps France beat Senegal in World Cup 2026 opener
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France began their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 3-1 victory over Senegal in Group I.
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World Cup 2026: England, Portugal, Croatia and Colombia Kick Off
England face Croatia in a rematch of the 2018 semi-final, while Portugal, Colombia, and other teams begin their World Cup 2026 campaigns. Group L and K matches feature heavyweights and debutants across North American host cities.
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World Cup teams face venomous snake threat in US camps
Germany, Switzerland and Norway players have voiced concerns about venomous snakes at their World Cup base camps in the US. Germany captain Joshua Kimmich reported encountering a copperhead in Winston-Salem, while Swiss players marked a 'snake area' in San Diego.
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Nico Paz informs Real Madrid he prefers to stay at Como
Nico Paz has directly informed Real Madrid that he prefers to remain at Como next season, boosting the Italian club's hopes in the last 12 hours.
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Bernardo Silva signs Real Madrid contract
Bernardo Silva has officially signed a two-year contract with Real Madrid, with an option to extend. The Portuguese midfielder was also wanted by José Mourinho.
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Elijah Just: From Austrian second tier to World Cup breakout star
Elijah Just's rapid rise from the Austrian second division to scoring twice for New Zealand at the World Cup is chronicled. The Motherwell midfielder's standout season in the Scottish Premiership earned him a PFA Scotland team selection and a place in World Cup history.
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Record Draws and Europe's Slow Start: Is the World Cup Lacking
The 2026 World Cup has seen a record number of draws in the opening 16 matches, with eight games ending level. European teams have struggled, winning only three of their first ten matches, while South American sides remain winless. The expanded 48-team format may reduce jeopardy, as three points could be enough to advance.
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Tino Livramento a doubt for England World Cup squad after injury
Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento is a doubt for England's World Cup campaign after suffering a muscular injury in training. The 23-year-old is being assessed, with Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah a possible replacement.
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World Cup goal droughts ended at 2026 finals
Sixteen nations entered the 2026 World Cup seeking to end goal droughts spanning at least one tournament. Sweden, Egypt, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Côte d'Ivoire, Paraguay, New Zealand, Czechia, and Scotland have all broken their dry spells so far.
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Bielsa declines to explain World Cup portrait pose
Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa refused to justify his stern expression in his official FIFA World Cup portrait, saying 'I'm not a model.' The 70-year-old, known for his maverick style, stared downward instead of at the camera, sparking questions after Uruguay's 1-1 draw with Saudi Arabia.