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Argentina 2-0 Austria: Messi breaks scoring record at World Cup 2026 – as it happened
Lionel Messi made more World Cup history as Argentina claimed a fairly comfortable victory over Austria

Semenyo and Ghana out to emulate 2010 World Cup heroes as they face England
Carlos Queiroz’s squad hope to repeat the form that almost made Ghana the first African team to reach the semi-finals

Thomas Tuchel brings The Surge to make England genuine World Cup threat
The head coach wants his players to use their energy in the right spaces and is also getting the best out of an in-form Harry Kane

World Cup 2026: Cape Verde celebrations; Norway v Senegal weather warning – as it happened
Monday’s news included reaction to Cape Verde’s draw with Uruguay and weather warnings across the US east coast

African teams have a point to prove at this World Cup. How are they faring?
There are twice as many teams from Caf at this World Cup than in 2022, but their results so far have been hit and miss

Uruguay misfire and leave Bielsa-ball in danger of kicking the bucket at World Cup
In today’s Football Daily: all is not well in the Uruguay camp

Julián Quiñones, Blackness in Mexico and the complexities of national identity
Two years ago, Quiñones was the target of racist chants by fans. Now, hailed as a hero in that same country, he’s challenging expectations of race and identity

WSL and WSL2 fans can drink alcohol in stands next season after successful trial
Leagues’ regulations have been altered after a positive test period though clubs will not be obliged to offer the option to supporters

World Cup schedule today: How to watch Norway v Senegal, TV channels & live stream Monday 22 June
What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Monday 22 June, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options