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Messi, Haaland, and Mbappe shine in World Cup group stage matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:11 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Messi, Haaland, and Mbappe shine in World Cup group stage matches

Summary

On June 17, the 2026 World Cup continued its group stage with standout performances from several top players. Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0, while Erling Haaland netted two first-half goals in Norway's 4-1 victory over Iraq. Kylian Mbappe also excelled, contributing two goals in France's 3-1 win against Senegal, which put France ahead after Senegal initially threatened. In other matches, Austria demonstrated strength with a 3-1 win over Jordan. Upcoming fixtures include Portugal facing DR Congo and England playing Croatia later on June 17.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina 3, Algeria 0: Messi scores a hat-trick
•Norway 4, Iraq 1: Haaland scores twice
•France 3, Senegal 1: Mbappe nets two goals
•Austria 3, Jordan 1: Austria secures victory
•Portugal vs DR Congo and England vs Croatia upcoming

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7:11 AMYahoo Sports — Day seven of the 2026 World Cup finals with Messi, Haaland, Mbappe scoring goals galore

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Welcome to day seven of the 2026 World Cup finals. We are aiming to bring you a daily round up of the matches to come and recent results.
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