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2026 FIFA World Cup

Live updates: Messi opens scoring for holders Argentina

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Fans in Argentina celebrate Messi's spectacular goal vs. Algeria

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TOP HEADLINES

MEN'S WORLD CUP SCOREBOARD

REACTING TO THE ACTION

Moreno full of praise for Haaland after brace on World Cup debut

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USA IN FOCUS

NEXT GAME: VS. AUSTRALIA (FRIDAY, 3 P.M. ET)

USMNT in World Cup quarterfinals? There's a real chance after that stunning opener

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'It's crazy': How a three-year search delivered the USMNT's ideal World Cup base

TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea eye move for Palace's Lacroix

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Transfer Big Board: Best players in each position who could move this summer

SPAIN'S SLOW START

Spain won't panic yet about Cape Verde draw, but they need Yamal fit and firing

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LOOKING AHEAD

Runners-up in 2018, third place in 2022: Can Croatia shock the World Cup again?

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Key issues for England at 2026 World Cup: Fatigue, fitness and do Gordon, Stones start?

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