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Irrepressible Messi breaks World Cup scoring record as Argentina beat Austria

Lionel Messi missed a penalty but then made history with his 17th and 18th goals at the World Cup finals as Argentina beat Austria 2-0

Nick Ames at Dallas Stadium·22 Jun 2026

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L’Équipe apologises to Belgian footballer Jérémy Doku for presenter’s comments

The French media outlet distanced itself from criticism of Jérémy Doku’s plan to fly back from the World Cup for the birth of his first child

Ashifa Kassam European community affairs correspondent·22 Jun 2026

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Argentina 2-0 Austria: Messi breaks scoring record at World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Lionel Messi made more World Cup history as Argentina claimed a fairly comfortable victory over Austria

Dominic Booth·22 Jun 2026

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Semenyo and Ghana out to emulate 2010 World Cup heroes as they face England

Carlos Queiroz’s squad hope to repeat the form that almost made Ghana the first African team to reach the semi-finals

Ed Aarons in Boston·22 Jun 2026

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Thomas Tuchel brings The Surge to make England genuine World Cup threat

The head coach wants his players to use their energy in the right spaces and is also getting the best out of an in-form Harry Kane

Barney Ronay in New York·22 Jun 2026

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World Cup 2026: Cape Verde celebrations; Norway v Senegal weather warning – as it happened

Monday’s news included reaction to Cape Verde’s draw with Uruguay and weather warnings across the US east coast

Billy Munday, Daniel Harris, Martin Belam and Taha Hashim·22 Jun 2026

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African teams have a point to prove at this World Cup. How are they faring?

There are twice as many teams from Caf at this World Cup than in 2022, but their results so far have been hit and miss

Jonathan Wilson·22 Jun 2026

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Football Daily | Uruguay misfire and leave Bielsa-ball in danger of kicking the bucket

In today’s Football Daily: all is not well in the Uruguay camp

Billy Munday·22 Jun 2026

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Julián Quiñones, Blackness in Mexico and the complexities of national identity

Two years ago, Quiñones was the target of racist chants by fans. Now, hailed as a hero in that same country, he’s challenging expectations of race and identity

Raúl Vilchis in Mexico City·22 Jun 2026

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WSL and WSL2 fans can drink alcohol in stands next season after successful trial

Leagues’ regulations have been altered after a positive test period though clubs will not be obliged to offer the option to supporters

Exclusive by Tom Garry·22 Jun 2026

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World Cup schedule today: How to watch TV channels & live stream

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Monday 22 June, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options

Graham Ruthven·22 Jun 2026

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Cape Verdeans what are your thoughts on Cape Verde’s World Cup 2026 performance so far?

We would like to hear from Cape Verdeans in the UK and across the globe on the team’s progress in the tournament

Guardian community team·22 Jun 2026

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Who are ya? Behind the scenes of the official World Cup portrait photographs

Poses and backstage snaps showcase the players’ personalities and the mechanics of Fifa’s obligatory photoshoots

Jonny Weeks·22 Jun 2026

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Where is Cape Verde? Meet the tiny African island nation upsetting World Cup giants

After shocking favourites Spain in their tournament debut and embarrassing Uruguay, everyone wants to know about the Blue Sharks

Jack Larkin·22 Jun 2026

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Maybe this World Cup will bring the best out of the US, not the worst | Barney Ronay

Tournament could hold up a useful hand mirror to the isolationism and divisiveness of Trump’s joint-hosts

Barney Ronay in New York·22 Jun 2026

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Cristiano Ronaldo risks ruining his legacy if he continues to stymie Portugal by starting | Miguel Dantas

One of the finest players to grace the game no longer deserves his place in the team and should take it upon himself to stand down to serve their chances

Miguel Dantas·22 Jun 2026

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New Zealand 1-3 Egypt: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Egypt staged a second-half comeback in Vancouver to secure their first-ever World Cup win and assume control of Group G

Jonathan Howcroft·22 Jun 2026

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Messi and Argentina ready to turn up the heat after fast World Cup start

It is the 40th anniversary of Diego Maradona’s exploits against England. The scene is set for Lionel Messi to imbue the date with fresh significance

Nick Ames in Dallas·22 Jun 2026

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Past and present World Cups collide as Beiranvand first gives Iran inspiration, then hope | Alexander Abnos

The goalkeeper’s 59th-minute save left mouths agape but it’s not the first time he has created an indelible moment for the team

Alexander Abnos at Los Angeles Stadium·22 Jun 2026

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Inside the Socceroos’ World Cup home: ping pong, pool, retro kits and organic omelettes

The grand Claremont Hotel in Berkeley has been adapted to make Australia’s stay as comfortable as possible. And of course there is Vegemite on tap

Jack Snape in Oakland·22 Jun 2026

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Cape Verde produce another World Cup shock as Varela strike seals Uruguay draw

Cape Verde delivered more heroics with a 2-2 draw against Uruguay that opens up the possibility of the Blue Sharks reaching the knockout stage

Ewan Murray at Miami Stadium·22 Jun 2026

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Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

The African side pulled another World Cup shock, getting an equalizer from Helio Varela in the 61st minute to draw with Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay

Beau Dure·22 Jun 2026

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Kylian Mbappé hungry for Golden Boot battle with Messi as he sings Les Bleus

France’s Kylian Mbappé said Lionel Messi is the ‘best of the best’ while sitting on the fence regarding his opinion on World Cup hydration breaks

Paul MacInnes in Philadelphia·21 Jun 2026

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Belgium 0-0 Iran: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

A third draw in a third Group G game, Iran frustrating Belgium – who had Nathan Ngoy sent off

Daniel Harris·21 Jun 2026

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