Kylian Mbappe Overtakes Messi in World Cup Scoring Charts as France Win
Kylian Mbappe scored twice, including a spectacular late strike, as France opened their World Cup campaign with victory over Senegal….reports Asian Lite News Desk
Messi Hat Trick Fires Argentina Past Algeria in World Cup Opener
Lionel Messi scored a brilliant hat trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0 and moved level with Miroslav Klose’s World Cup goals record….reports Asian Lite
FIFA to Pay Somali Referee Full World Cup Fee Despite US Entry Denial
FIFA will reportedly pay Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan his full tournament fee despite his exclusion from the 2026 World Cup….reports Africa Daily News
Iran Show Grit to Hold New Zealand in Opener
Ramin Rezaeian starred with a goal and an assist as Iran twice came from behind to earn a point in Los Angeles….reports Asian Lite
No AFCON Stars for Egypt at World Cup
Egypt will not wear the seven stars representing their record Africa Cup of Nations titles on their shirts at the FIFA World Cup 2026
