Messi, Mbappe, Haaland each score twice in 2026 World Cup group stage
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Key Points:
- Lionel Messi set a new all-time World Cup goals record by scoring his 17th and 18th goals in Argentina's win over Austria, bringing his total to five goals in just two matches at age 38.
- Kylian Mbappe scored twice in France's victory over Iraq, bringing his World Cup career total to 16 goals, just behind Messi's record, as France seeks redemption after the 2022 final loss.
- Erling Haaland also netted two goals in Norway's 3-2 win against Senegal, helping his team tie France at the top of Group I and maintaining his reputation as a top striker.
- The 2026 World Cup group stages have showcased remarkable performances from established stars and emerging talents like Spain’s Lamine Yamal, setting the stage for an exciting knockout phase.
- With the tournament still in the group stage, the upcoming knockout rounds promise high stakes and intense competition among the world's best players.
