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FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi eyes more records as Argentina prepare for Austria test

The 38-year-old has now scored in five consecutive World Cup matches and needs just one more goal against Austria to equal the all-time record of six straight World Cup games with a…

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Sports June 22, 2026 · 12:00 pm

FIFA World Cup 2026: De la Fuente hits back at critics after Spain thrash Saudi Arabia 4-0

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente launched a strong defence of his players after their emphatic 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia…

Sports June 22, 2026 · 11:43 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: ‘Conditions are very difficult for us’, says Iran head coach Ghalenoei after Belgium draw

Iran earned a valuable point against the world's 10th-ranked side at SoFi Stadium, with goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand delivering a standout performance to…

Sports June 22, 2026 · 10:37 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Scaloni wary of hydration-break impact as Argentina prepare for tricky Austria test

Argentina began their title defence in impressive fashion with a 3-0 victory over Algeria, powered by a Lionel Messi hat-trick, while Austria…

Sports June 22, 2026 · 10:15 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran leave emotional locker-room note for fans after draw with Belgium

Iran's gesture came after a resilient start to their World Cup campaign. Team Melli opened Group G with an entertaining 2-2 draw…

Sports June 22, 2026 · 9:46 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe backs Ballon d’Or winner Dembele ahead of Iraq clash

France captain Kylian Mbappe has thrown his full support behind Ousmane Dembele ahead of Les Bleus' FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I…

Sports June 22, 2026 · 8:49 am

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 to secure first-ever victory in tournament

Egypt produced a dominant second-half display to come from behind and defeat New Zealand 3-1 in their Group G clash at the…