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Mauricio Pochettino calls on fans to believe in his US squad ahead of their World Cup match against Australia. The coach emphasizes mindset and the growth of football in America, while players highlight the tournament's significance.
Lionel Messi tops the Attacking rankings after a hat-trick against Algeria, while Iran's Ramin Rezaeian leads Creativity and Canada's Cornelius heads Defending in the FIFA Power Rankings for the 2026 World Cup group stage opener.
The Messi family has confirmed that Jorge Messi is under medical supervision and recovering favorably. They condemned rumors and speculation, urging respect for privacy and stating that only immediate family has accurate information.
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.
Lionel Messi has scored 14 World Cup goals, tying Kylian Mbappé and Gerd Müller. Cristiano Ronaldo has 15, and Miroslav Klose leads with 16.
Lionel Messi said he cried after scoring his first goal, but the tears were unrelated to football. He thanked his teammates and delegation for their support during difficult days.
Lionel Messi expressed his honor at competing with football greats, including Ronaldo Nazario, whom he called one of the greatest players of all time.
Argentina midfielder Rodrigo de Paul says Lionel Messi is not chasing individual records but ends up breaking them all anyway.
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.
Kylian Mbappé has scored more World Cup goals than Lionel Messi and Pelé, according to a recent statistic.
Jordan makes their World Cup debut in 2026 after decades of near misses and strategic overhauls. The team faces Austria and possibly Argentina, with a journey marked by English coaches Ray Wilkins and Harry Redknapp, and a shift toward long-term development.
From Pelé to Lionel Messi, the World Cup has produced legendary figures. This ranking examines the top 10 players who defined the tournament, considering their impact, achievements, and lasting legacy.
Gianni Infantino's press conference ended with few questions for journalists known for critical reporting. Instead, the FIFA president fielded queries about Lionel Messi and World Cup predictions.
