Messi and Haaland shine during World Cup
This week has already been dominated by the superstars at this World Cup, with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all making huge impacts on Monday’s games, reports BritPanorama.
Messi became the all-time highest World Cup goal scorer with his double against Austria, surpassing Miroslav Klose’s total of 16 to reach 18 goals.
However, Mbappe’s own brace against Iraq keeps him close behind, increasing his tally to 16 as France secured a 3-0 victory.
Norway also provided drama, edging Senegal 3-2 with Haaland scoring twice, including a decisive late winner.
All eyes will be on England tonight as they prepare to face Ghana in the second of their group stage matches.
A win would likely see the Three Lions finish at the top of their group, following a 4-2 win over Croatia last week.
Haaland makes Norway history
Norway edged Senegal 3-2 in a thrilling World Cup Group I contest, with Erling Haaland delivering another historic performance.
Haaland struck twice, including a powerful late winner, as Norway recovered from twice being pegged back by the spirited Africans.
Senegal created problems on the counterattack and finished with 11 shots, but Norway’s clinical finishing proved decisive.
Haaland’s brace saw him become Norway’s all-time leading scorer at major tournaments and the first Norwegian player to score in three consecutive World Cup matches.
He also reached 50 international goals faster than any player in Norway’s history, further cementing his status as one of world football’s elite forwards.
Tuchel: Wonderwall could be England’s anthem
Thomas Tuchel believes Wonderwall could become England’s anthem at this summer’s World Cup after hailing the iconic Oasis track as a “brilliant song”.
The Three Lions manager was among those caught up in emotional scenes following the Three Lions’ thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia last week, as players and supporters joined together in a rendition of the 1995 hit.
Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and several of their team-mates were seen singing alongside fans inside the AT&T Stadium in Dallas after England kicked off their campaign with an entertaining win.
Tuchel hopes the song can continue to help strengthen the bond between players and supporters as England chase a first major trophy since 1966.
Adverse weather affects France vs Iraq
France cruised to a 3-0 victory over Iraq in their World Cup Group I clash, dominating possession with 68 per cent of the ball and registering 18 shots to Iraq’s six.
Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring midway through the first half before Antoine Griezmann doubled the lead after the break.
A late strike from Eduardo Camavinga sealed the result as France maintained control throughout. Iraq defended bravely but struggled to create clear chances, completing only two shots on target.
The match took four hours to complete due to severe weather, with lightning and heavy rain delaying play before officials allowed the game to resume safely.
With so much at stake and under relentless scrutiny, the coming match for England is not just a game but a moment for redemption and hope.
