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Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina, Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time leading scorer, and Erling Haaland netted a double as Norway returned to the World Cup with a win. Austria also beat Jordan in their first World Cup match since 1998.
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.
FIFA highlights 10 top contenders for the adidas Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup, which features 40 more matches than previous editions. Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane, and Lionel Messi lead the list of favorites.
