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Messi, Mbappé, Haaland feature in World Cup action June 22

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 10:59 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Messi, Mbappé, Haaland feature in World Cup action June 22

Summary

Lionel Messi and Argentina face Austria in their second Group J match on June 22, having begun with a 3-0 victory against Algeria. Kylian Mbappé leads France into a Group I matchup with Iraq after scoring twice in a 3-1 win against Senegal. Erling Haaland returns to action as Norway takes on Senegal, having scored two goals in Norway's 4-1 victory over Iraq. The matches are scheduled throughout the day at various locations, with each team aiming for crucial points in their respective groups.

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By the Numbers

•Argentina won 3-0 against Algeria to open their campaign.
•Mbappé scored twice as France defeated Senegal 3-1.
•Haaland netted two goals in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq.
•Matches feature high-profile players aiming to lead their teams forward.
•Jordan seeks first World Cup points against Algeria after a loss to Austria.

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10:59 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup what to know: Messi, Mbappé and Haaland back in action

What they're saying

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Mbappé leads France into its Group I matchup with Iraq, and Haaland is back in action as Norway takes on Senegal. Messi scored three times in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria in their tournament opener.
— Yahoo Sportsby The Associated Press

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