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Lionel Messi rewrites history books with hat-trick, Argentina thrash Algeria in FIFA World Cup opener | Football

New Delhi: Lionel Messi showed why he is the best in the world as he scored his first-ever hat-trick in a FIFA World Cup during Argentina's tournament opener against Algeria on Wednesday, June 17 (as per IST). The 38-year-old made his sixth appearance on the pitch at the World Cups, setting the all-time record. But there were several others he achieved during a historic night at the Kansas City Stadium. Messi scored a jaw-dropping hat-trick in the clash as he produced some thunderous strikes to stamp his authority. He now has scored the joint-most goals in the history of the…

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Jun

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Argentina vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: ARG vs ALG Latest Match Updates, Lionel Messi, Starting XI, Kanstas | Football

New Delhi: Defending champions Argentina kick their campaign off in the FIFA World Cup 2026 as they lock horns against Algeria in their Group J opener at the Kanstas City Stadium. Eyes are on Lionel Messi, who started for the La Albiceleste in their 2026 opener against the African nation. Messi has made a record sixth appearance at the showpiece, having been with the side since 2006. He became the first man ever to take the pitch in six FIFA World Cups, a record which is set to be later equalled by Portugal talisman Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi's appearance in the opener…

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Jun

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Lionel Messi creates world record as Argentina kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign | Football

New Delhi: Lionel Messi has added another historic feather to his cap as the Argentina legend became the first-ever player to take the field in a sixth FIFA World Cup on Wednesday, June 17 (as per IST). Messi was named in the team's starting XI for the opener against Algeria at the Kanstas City Stadium as the defending champions kick their campaign off. Messi has become the first-ever man to feature in six World Cups after being tied with the likes of Lothar Matthäus, Antonio Carbajal, Rafael Márquez, Andrés Guardado and Manuel Neuer. Cristiano Ronaldo is set to become just…

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Jun

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Kylian Mbappe breaks multiple legendary records as France beat Senegal 3-1 in FIFA World Cup 2026 | Football

Robbinsville, New Jersey: Kylian Mbappe delivered another defining World Cup night, scoring twice against Senegal as France sealed a 3-1 victory in New Jersey. With the goals, the French captain rewrote the record books in the process. Notably, the match had begun quietly for the France captain, who struggled for involvement in a tightly contested first half. He registered only 14 touches before the break, fewer than any other player on the pitch, as Senegal’s structure and pressing limited his influence. But the game shifted in the second half and so did Mbappe’s presence in it. France took the lead…

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Jun

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England batter ruled out of second Test vs NZ, ECB announce replacement as three debutants to feature | Cricket

London: England have been forced into a late reshuffle ahead of the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval, with keeper-batter James Rew drafted into the starting XI after Jamie Smith withdrew following the birth of his second child. The change was confirmed on Tuesday, less than a day before the start of the match. Smith will remain with his family after his partner Kate gave birth earlier in the day, opening the door for Rew to make his long-awaited Test debut. "Uncapped wicketkeeper-batter James Rew has been called into the England Men's XI for the second Rothesay Test…

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Jun

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‘Go home, this is not IPL’ – Sri Lanka A players apologised to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after verbal altercation | Cricket

DAMBULLA: India youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in a verbal altercation with Sri Lanka A cricketers during their tri-nation clash in Dambulla. The confrontation went viral on social media as both Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka cricketers were asked to control their temper on the field.  In the meantime, fresh details emerged about the incident, which followed the conclusion of a tense match between the two teams and later became a subject of discussion within the Sri Lankan dressing room. As per a report on Cricbuzz, the players who contacted Sooryavanshi were not part of the Sri Lanka A squad competing…

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Jun

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FRA vs SEN FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: France vs Senegal live update, playing XI, commentary, highlights, goals | Football

New Delhi: France open their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Senegal in a Group I clash that revives memories of the famous 2002 upset, when the African side shocked the then-defending champions. The match, staged at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, comes with both teams fielding their strongest elevens as the official lineups are confirmed. France line up in a 4-2-3-1, with Mike Maignan in goal, a back four of Jules Kounde, William Saliba, Dayot Upamecano and Theo Hernandez. Aurelien Tchouameni and Adrien Rabiot anchor midfield, while Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise and Desire Doue support Kylian Mbappe in attack.…

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Jun

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Heung-Min Son, South Korea players boycott press during FIFA World Cup 2026, know what happened | Football

New Delhi: South Korea players boycotted media duties at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after remarks surfaced mocking captain Son Heung-min’s military service background. The decision came after comments allegedly made during a training broadcast at the team’s base camp in Guadalajara, Mexico, on June 7, were circulated widely on social media. The remarks reportedly referred to Son’s exemption from mandatory military service and his leadership role, triggering backlash from fans and football followers. Notably, military service is compulsory in South Korea for most men. Son received an exemption after the country’s gold medal win at the 2018 Asian Games,…

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Jun

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Can Lionel Messi’s Argentina match Brazil’s 64-year-old record in FIFA World Cup 2026? | Football

New Delhi: Argentina arrive at the FIFA World Cup 2026 carrying the status of defending champions, having won the coveted title by beating France in the penalty shoot-out in 2022. That triumph delivered a third world crown for the South American nation and ended a long wait stretching 36 years since their last success. Notably, they have won the title in 1978 and 1986 as well and since then, Argentina played their first final in 2014, but lost to Germany 1-0 in extra time. In 2018, they lost to France in the pre-quarters, but in 2022, they surged to the…

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England cricket team have drinking problem? Joe Root answers ahead of second Test vs New Zealand | Cricket

London: England appointed Joe Root as captain for the second Test against New Zealand after regular skipper Ben Stokes was dropped from the squad following off-field incidents that have prompted internal investigations. Ahead of the Test, Root, who returned to leadership more than four years after handing over the captaincy, pushed back against suggestions of a drinking culture within the national side. The veteran mentioned he does not believe an alcohol ban is necessary despite the fallout from recent disciplinary issues involving Stokes and Gus Atkinson. Notably, both cricketers were snubbed after a nightclub incident that occurred following England’s win…

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