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As the FIFA World Cup 2026 continues, cybersecurity companies and officials have issued warnings about fraudulent websites, phishing schemes, and high ticket prices. Kaspersky has detected over 336 fake domains, while the FBI has alerted the public to spoofing attacks. Israeli firms are also playing a role in protecting the tournament.
Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot race at the 2026 World Cup with five goals, as records tumble and the expanded format offers more games. France 24 and Al Jazeera weigh in on the blistering pace and challengers like Mbappé and Haaland.
Lionel Messi became the all-time leading goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history during a match against Austria, according to reports. The achievement was highlighted in coverage of the 2026 tournament.
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France beat Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup group match delayed by thunderstorms in Philadelphia. The win moved France to six points and within reach of the knockout stage, while Mbappé's goals took him to 16 career World Cup tallies.
Lionel Messi scored twice to become the all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history, leading Argentina to a 2-0 victory over Austria and securing their place in the last 32.
Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina beat Austria 2-0 to reach the 2026 World Cup knockout stage, becoming the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 18 goals. Argentina later beat Jordan 3-1 to finish top of Group J with nine points.
Lionel Messi scored his record-breaking 17th and 18th World Cup goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, surpassing Miroslav Klose's previous mark. The match took place in Arlington, Texas, and secured Argentina's place in the knockout stage.
Wyndham Clark won the US Open by one stroke over Sam Burns, despite a challenging final round and hostile crowd at Shinnecock Hills. The victory marks a redemption for Clark after last year's locker incident at Oakmont. Burns mounted an audacious comeback, but fell just short.
Spain recovered from a frustrating opening draw to thrash Saudi Arabia 4-0 in Group H, with Lamine Yamal scoring his first World Cup goal and Mikel Oyarzabal netting twice. Saudi Arabia finished bottom of the group and the president of its football federation resigned, while Uruguay were eliminated after a 1-0 loss to Spain.
The European Parliament approved sweeping migration rules on Wednesday, granting broader detention powers and permitting deportation centres outside the EU. The 418-218 vote drew both cheers and criticism, highlighting deep divisions as several nations push to establish return hubs by 2027.
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, equalling Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 goals. The 38-year-old captain, playing in his record sixth World Cup, also marked his 200th international appearance. Algeria has lodged a complaint with FIFA over an unpunished tackle by Messi.
England began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas, with Harry Kane scoring twice and Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also on target. Croatia fought back twice through Martin Baturina and Petar Musa before England pulled clear.
South Korea held a closed-door training session two days before their World Cup Group A match against Mexico, with the full squad available after injury recoveries. A drone was intercepted by Mexican military forces at the training site, with head coach Hong Myung-bo expressing regret over the incident.
Tunisia have dismissed head coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 5-1 loss to Sweden in their World Cup opener and appointed French coach Hervé Renard for the remainder of the tournament. The move comes as Tunisia face an uphill battle to reach the knockout stage for the first time in their seventh appearance.
TASS reviews Russian press coverage of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, which aims to end hostilities in the Middle East and restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts quoted in the Russian press express cautious optimism but warn of fragility, while also noting Europe's perceived attempts to derail Ukraine peace talks and falling oil prices amid hopes for de-escalation.
France face Senegal in their second Group I match of the 2026 World Cup, with both teams looking to build on their opening results. Kylian Mbappe leads France after a two-goal performance in their first game, while Senegal seek their first points after a loss. Other matches include Argentina vs Algeria, Norway vs Iraq, and Austria vs Jordan.
European Union foreign ministers failed to agree on sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, despite many member states proposing economic restrictions. The decision comes amid international outrage over Ben-Gvir's actions toward activists trying to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Lionel Messi is set to make history as the first player to feature in six World Cups, leading defending champions Argentina in their bid to retain the title. The team opens against Algeria, with coach Lionel Scaloni downplaying favourites tag while praising his captain's enduring form.
The UK government has announced a ban on social media access for children under 16, set to take effect in 2027. The measure follows Australia's model and is part of a global push to protect children online, but has drawn criticism from tech experts and some young users.
The European Union's landmark asylum reform, the Common European Asylum System (CEAS), came into force on Friday, introducing mandatory border screenings, fast-track procedures for certain asylum seekers, and a solidarity mechanism. While officials herald it as a comprehensive system offering more control, critics and experts question its effectiveness and warn of potential human rights impacts.