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WC26 Power Rankings: Can anyone stop Messi & Argentina?

The first two rounds of 2026 World Cup group-stage fixtures are in the books, and the tournament continues to provide plenty of thrilling moments. Despite a lack of eye-catching fixtures on paper in the new, expanded format, there has been drama aplenty, with all the big names showing up for their respective countries on football's biggest stage.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Record-breaking Messi leads

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

Jordan v Algeria: Group J - FIFA World Cup 2026

Insane: this country benefits from a defeat in the final group match at the World Cup

Algeria vs Austria FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of Algeria vs Austria at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

Argentina v Austria: Group J - FIFA World Cup 2026

'I knew this could happen' - Romero speaks out on injury scare

Tottenham captain Cristian Romero has downplayed fears of a serious knee injury after being forced off during Argentina's 2-0 World Cup victory over Austria. Romero was substituted early in the second half but remains optimistic about his recovery for the final group match, offering reassurance to both Argentina and Tottenham amid growing concerns about his long-term fitness.

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Scaloni delighted by Messi's 'committed' show against Austria

Lionel Messi's two goals helped Argentina defeat Austria in their Group J match, but Lionel Scaloni was also impressed by his captain's work without the ball. The Albiceleste coach praised Messi's commitment and influence, while warning that the path to defending the World Cup will remain difficult despite their strong start.

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Posição	Time	J	V	E	D	GP	GC	SG	P	Sequência
2	Al Ahly	30	26	3	1	142	10	132	81	E V V V V
3	Wadi Degla FC	30	26	1	3	139	18	121	79	V D V V V
4	ZED FC	30	18	3	9	107	51	56	57	D V V V D
5	Palm Hills	30	16	4	10	73	49	24	52	D E V D V
6	National Bank Egypt	30	15	5	10	49	50	-1	50	V D D V V

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