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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

Algeria dump Jordan out of World Cup

Amine Gouiri struck late as Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1 in a crucial Group J clash in San Francisco. The Desert Warriors responded after a disappointing first half and turned the game around through set-piece goals. Jordan's defeat confirms their elimination from the tournament on their World Cup debut.

Jordan vs Algeria FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Jordan vs Algeria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Argentina v Paraguay - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Mac Allister explains why Messi is 'very difficult to learn from'

Alexis Mac Allister has opened up on the unique challenge of playing alongside Lionel Messi, admitting that the legendary forward’s talent is so natural it is almost impossible for others to replicate. Fresh from a dominant victory in Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria, which saw Messi bag a hat-trick, the Liverpool midfielder shed light on the standards set by his captain.

'Almost inhuman' - Xavi calls Messi the 'Michael Jordan of football'

Former Barcelona manager Xavi has lavished praise on Lionel Messi, comparing the Argentine icon to basketball legend Michael Jordan. The tribute comes in the wake of Messi's stunning hat-trick against Algeria at the 2026 World Cup, which saw him equal the record for the most goals ever scored at the tournament.

Argentina v Algeria: Group J - FIFA World Cup 2026

Algeria lodge official complaint to FIFA about Lionel Messi

The Algerian Football Federation has lodged a formal complaint with FIFA following refereeing decisions made during their 3-0 World Cup opening loss to Argentina. The African nation contends that Lionel Messi and Alexis Mac Allister were incredibly fortunate to escape red cards, casting a shadow over the reigning champions' victory.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
12	Villefranche Beaujolais	32	10	7	15	34	45	-11	37	D L L W D
13	Quevilly	32	8	9	15	34	45	-11	33	W L D W D
14	Paris 13 Atletico	32	7	11	14	26	41	-15	32	L D D L L
15	Bourg en Bresse Peronnas	32	8	7	17	25	44	-19	31	W W L L L
16	Chateauroux	32	6	13	13	35	49	-14	30	D W W L L

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