Kylian Mbappe achieved a rare FIFA World Cup feat, scoring, assisting, and missing a penalty in France's 2-0 win over Morocco. He joined Lionel Messi in an exclusive club, having now accomplished this in the last 60 years. Mbappe also set new records for goal contributions and semifinal appearances.
Egypt's manager Hossam Hassan will not watch the World Cup after his team's loss to Argentina, citing "injustice" and accusing FIFA of favoring Lionel Messi. Despite leading 2-0, Egypt saw a goal disallowed and Argentina mount a comeback.
Harry Kane became the first player since 1966 to score and concede a penalty in the same World Cup match during England's 3-2 victory over Mexico. He also equaled Gerd Müller's World Cup goal tally.
Senegal defeated 10-man Iraq 5-0 in their Group I finale, with Pape Gueye scoring two long-range goals and Ismaïla Sarr, Habib Diarra, and Iliman Ndiaye also finding the net. The win boosted Senegal's goal difference, placing them in contention for a third-place qualification spot, while Iraq was eliminated.
Senegal secured a crucial 5-0 victory over 10-man Iraq in their final Group I match. Substitute Pape Gueye scored twice, with Ismaïla Sarr, Habib Diarra, and Iliman Ndiaye also finding the net. The win boosts Senegal's goal difference as they vie for a third-place spot in the last 32.
The Netherlands secured top spot in World Cup Group F with a comfortable win over Tunisia, avoiding Brazil in the Last 32. Ronald Koeman's side will now face Morocco in Monterrey, Mexico, after a significant journey from their US training base.
The 2026 World Cup has begun with Mexico and South Africa involved in discussions off the field, while South Korea's Hwang In-beom scored a potential goal of the tournament. The opening match saw three red cards, raising concerns about the tournament's disciplinary record.
Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the 2026 World Cup opener, marked by three red cards, with goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez at Estadio Azteca.
