World Cup Coverage
Argentina's Scaloni faces striker dilemma after opening win
Algeria files complaint with FIFA about officiating, cites non-call on Messi in KC
Where to watch Argentina's World Cup matches in Miami
Algeria's stay in Lawrence spotlights Kansans' African roots — and World Cup allegiances

Messi equals World Cup scoring record

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Early World Cup winners and losers: Messi a hero and Ronaldo a zero
Let's look at some of our winners and losers from the first round of 2026 World Cup matches: Could we start with anyone else? There were perhaps some questions over Messi heading into this tournament.

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NPR · 1d
Six World Cups in, Messi keeps making history
Reuters · 1d
Messi equals World Cup scoring record — and the chase continues

Lionel Messi, Argentina

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'I love you, Dad.' Why Lionel Messi's three goals in Argentina's World Cup opener had extra meaning
Lionel Messi's father Jorge was recently diagnosed with a serious illness and unable to attend the World Cup. Messi recognized his dad after first goal.

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Newsweek on MSN · 1d
Lionel Messi under fire for escaping red card in Argentina World Cup opener
Daily Press · 2d
Lionel Messi ties men’s World Cup goals record with a hat trick

Argentina, Uber

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Argentina fans shot at in Uber traveling to World Cup game
"I saw his leg... the guy had a hole in it," one supporter said, describing what appeared to be a bullet wound. "It was horrible."

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The Kansas City Star on MSN · 16h
Argentina fans saw Uber driver shot before World Cup match in Kansas City
AOL · 1d
Argentina fans' Uber ride comes under fire as driver gets shot in harrowing World Cup ordeal

Austria, Jordan

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Austria vs Jordan Quick Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup™
Check out the full game highlights between Austria and Jordan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. Announced by Derek Rae and Rob Green.

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AZ Central · 1d
Austria vs Jordan World Cup prediction, picks, analysis
ESPN on MSN · 1d
FIFA World Cup 2026 MD6 recap: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland star in big wins, Austria edge Jordan
The Associated Press on MSN

Lionel Messi's family pleads for 'humanity' as the Argentina captain's father undergoes treatment

Lionel Messi's father is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed illness and his family asked the media for “humanity” on Thursday amid rumors about Jorge Messi's health while his son competes at the World Cup.
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USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino heaps praise on Lionel Messi, Argentina

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino was born in Argentina and coached Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain. He remains a big fan.

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