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Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland shine on World Cup Day 6

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:55 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland shine on World Cup Day 6
Summary

On June 16, 2026, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, and Erling Haaland showcased their talents across various venues in the United States during World Cup matches. Messi scored a hat trick in Kansas City, tying Miroslav Klose for the all-time World Cup goal record with 16. Mbappé contributed two goals against Senegal, while Haaland also found the net in Norway's match against Iraq. The performances emphasize the significant impact of these star players in the tournament. Matches are set to continue, with Messi aiming to break the goal record in his next game.

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  • •Messi scores a hat trick in Kansas City against an undisclosed opponent.
  • •Mbappé nets two goals for France against Senegal.
  • •Haaland scores one goal for Norway in the match against Iraq.
  • •Messi ties the all-time World Cup scoring record at 16 goals.
  • •Next matches will provide opportunities for players to further their records.
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  • 6:55 AMYahoo Sports — Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland rule America: The three stars of World Cup Day 6
What they're saying
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Three of the most famous athletes in the world took their turns trying to stake their claim as king of America on Tuesday.

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