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Can Golden Generation 2.0 Lead England to World Cup Glory?

The Three Lions’ latest group of young talent and veteran stars has fans asking if football really is coming home this summer. But history suggests it’s much more complicated.

Sports Illustrated

'Numbers don't mean anything', says Messi after record-breaking World Cup hat-trick against Algeria

Lionel Messi has equalled Miroslav Klose's FIFA World Cup goal tally. He achieved this after scoring a hat-trick in Argentina's win against Algeria. Messi stated that numbers are just statistics and he feels honoured. He also spoke about his emotional reaction to scoring, attributing it to recent difficult times. Argentina…

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi makes World Cup history with record-equalling hat trick

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Is England v Croatia on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup 2026 match

Thomas Tuchel’s side begin their quest for glory on the world stage against Croatia in Dallas

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi Net Worth: How the Argentina legend amassed his fortune as he reaches 200 international appearances

Lionel Messi achieved his 200th international appearance for Argentina, joining Cristiano Ronaldo and Bader Al-Mutawa as one of football's most-capped players. His legendary career, marked by numerous accolades and a FIFA World Cup triumph, has also propelled him to billionaire status with significant earnings from contracts, endorsements, and diverse business…

The Economic Times

Argentina Player Ratings vs. Algeria: Magical Messi Opens World Cup With Record Night

Lionel Messi is now the joint greatest goalscorer in World Cup history.

Sports Illustrated

Most goals in World Cup: Who is the highest goal scorer in the FIFA world cup?

Who is the highest goal scorer in the FIFA world cup? Lionel Messi has equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 World Cup goals after a hat-trick in the 2026 tournament. The Argentina captain also became the first male footballer to appear in six World Cups. Messi's achievement marks a significant…

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Lionel Messi Scores Hat Trick, Matches All-Time World Cup Record in Opening Win

The soccer legend stunned on Tuesday night in Argentina’s opener against Algeria.

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Lionel Messi creates more history with Argentina after fabulous hat-trick reveals World Cup truth

The 37-year-old hit a hat-trick in Kansas City to move level with Miroslav Klose on 16 goals as the highest scorer in Word Cup history

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo club, becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups

Lionel Messi achieved his 200th international appearance for Argentina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Algeria. At 38, he joins an elite group of footballers with such longevity. Messi's illustrious career includes a World Cup title, multiple Copa América triumphs, and numerous World Cup records, solidifying his status…

The Economic Times

Portugal hope Cristiano Ronaldo’s milestone World Cup is no millstone

His team and opponents laud him, but the game on Wednesday with the DRC is a test of his powers at a sixth World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Lionel Messi becomes 2nd player to score in 5 World Cups, striking early for Argentina vs. Algeria

Lionel Messi became the second player to score in five World Cups, giving defending champion Argentina an early 1-0 lead over Algeria

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi creates FIFA World Cup history and adds another record to football's greatest story

Lionel Messi FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi became the first man to play in six World Cup tournaments when he started for Argentina in their opening match against Algeria in Kansas City on Tuesday. Messi made his World Cup debut as a teenager at the 2006 tournament in Germany…

The Economic Times

"The procedures are getting to his brain": Clavicular thrashed online after claiming IShowSpeed gave Cristiano Ronaldo a career

Streamer Clavicular sparked backlash after claiming he only knows Cristiano Ronaldo because of IShowSpeed and suggesting Speed “gave” the football icon a career. The comments quickly went viral, prompting strong reactions from fans. Many argued that Ronaldo was already one of the most famous athletes in history long before Speed…

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Portugal vs. DR Congo—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

It’s a first-ever meeting for these two countries at this summer’s 2026 summer jamboree.

Sports Illustrated

Will Lionel Messi Play in Argentina’s World Cup Opener vs. Algeria?

Argentina gets its World Cup title defense underway in Group I.

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Incredible All-Time World Cup Records Lionel Messi Could Break This Summer

The greatest player of all time is on the verge of owning many of the World Cup’s most prestigious records.

Evening Standard

Portugal XI vs DR Congo: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today

Group K begins as Cristiano Ronaldo embarks on final World Cup

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Portugal vs DR Congo: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Portugal are much-fancied by many for success in North America

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World Cup boss set to step down as Portugal statement issued

Roberto Martinez and Portugal will part ways after World Cup 2026, according to reports

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe Is Three Goals Away From World Cup Immortality

It’s only a matter of time before the Frenchman cements himself as the greatest goalscorer in the competition’s history.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup: Portugal fans mixed on whether superstar Ronaldo will help or hurt their team’s chances

Ronaldo recently won his first Saudi Pro League title with AlNassr, leading his club with 28 goals on the season. His abundant experience and leadership are qualities some supporters say cannot be replicated. “He’s not going to shy away from those moments when it’s the World Cup on the line,”…

Sports Illustrated

The Four Biggest Storylines for Portugal at the 2026 World Cup

A talented Portuguese roster is aiming to deliver Cristiano Ronaldo his crowning glory.

TechRadar

The best Lego World Cup kits — including a soccer ball with a stadium-sized secret, a mini Messi, and your own golden trophy

Can't get enough of the World Cup? These Lego sets let you enjoy the beautiful game in brick form.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal Predicted Lineup vs. DR Congo: World Cup Group K

Cristiano Ronaldo leads the line at his sixth World Cup as he chases the elusive trophy.

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