Mbappé double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delay
Mbappe double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delay. Dembele delivers latest reminder of France's frightening firepower.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Mbappé double sends France into knockout rounds after lengthy weather delay — Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Messi breaks World Cup scoring record with two goals vs Austria; Mbappé double helps France advance past Iraq after 2-hour weather delay; Norway defeats Senegal to reach knockout stage.
Biggest developments
Messi breaks World Cup goal record, scores double in Argentina win
Messi makes history and shows why Argentina star is the game's all-time best. Two goals in Argentina's win over Austria made him the top men's or women's World Cup scorer.
Norway beat Senegal to reach knockout stage
Norway defeat Senegal and seal spot. Haaland, Norway join 'viral' Viking Row after win.
Important posts & threads
Magical Messi has written a new chapter of FIFA World Cup history
Two goals from the Argentine striker against Austria took his World Cup tally to a record-breaking 18 goals in 28 appearances, with five goals at this World Cup alone!
Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina reach knockout stage
Messi sets World Cup scoring record as Argentina reach knockout stage.
Latest FIFA World Cup 2026 results
Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia, Belgium 0-0 Iran, Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde, Egypt 3-1 New Zealand.
Bullish takes
- Argentina, France and Norway secure places in knockout rounds
- Messi reaches 18 World Cup goals, five at this tournament
- Spain emphatic 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia
Why this matters
Knockout stage berths confirmed for several teams as group phase nears conclusion.