Once again it's Messi's show first group game for Argentina against Algeria. Messi and Argentina started their campaign as defending world champion at Kansas City Stadium. 

 

Lionel Messi becomes top scorer with Germany's Klose       Image Source: @X

 

 

Lionel Messi made some records in this game. He equaled the all time Fifa world cup goal scoring record of Miroslav Klose with 16 goals. Messi scored his first ever hat-trick at the World Cup. This is Messi's 200th game as he became the first man to appear in six World Cups.

 

 17th minute of the game an absolute stunner from Lionel Messi. An amazing assist from De Paul as Messi took a ball with ease drives through a mid area and scored a long range goal from his left foot.  

 

at the 6oth minute of the game, a move started with Messi's movement. He made a pass to Gonzalez, Gonzalez passed a ball to Mac Allister who try to put a ball into  the net with his long range stunner outside the box but Zidane was in a way as he was able to only stop the ball but couldn't hold a ball. Messi was their to put a ball into the net. 

 

76th minute of the game, Once again Messi's started a move with dribbling a ball in the center circle before passing ball to Gonzalez. He passed a ball to Messi on the edge of the box as Messi put a ball with curvy shot into the bottom corner of the net.  

 

 Lionel Messi now became youngest and oldest to score in the world cup. He becomes to score in 5 different edition of Fifa World Cup after Cristiano Ronaldo. 

 

 Can Germany be title favourite?

 

He has now 24 goal contribution in the World Cup past Brazilian Legend Pele who has 21 goal contribution. 

 

Lionel Messi breaks Cristiano Ronaldo's record as the Oldest player to score a World Cup Hat trick.

 

Messi scored his fifth career goal from outside the box as he ties with Brazil's Rivellino for the most goal scored by any players outside the penalty area in the last 60 years.

 

 Lionel Messi and Algeria's Chaibi both scored a goal in the starting of the game but thier goal ruled out for off side.

 

Vozinha held Spain goal less in their first game of the World Cup. 

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Cape Verde is playing first time in the world cup and they surprise everyone with their performance against most favorite to win the tournament, Spain. Cape Verde is the 3rd smallest country by population in the world.

 

7 times he denied a ball going into the net vs Spain                                             Image Source : @X

 

Spain did everything they could do but Cape Verde goalkeeper Vazinha was standing on their way to win the game. This is the biggest moment for Cape Verde and goalkeeper Vazinha. 40 years old veteran was the stand out performer of the game. He made huge 7 saves in the game.  

 

Spain kept ball at their feet most of the time of the game with possession of 62% in the game. they shot a ball 23 times and put a ball on target 8 times but all these efforts were not enough against Vazinha. Spain got 11 corners in the game.

 

Torres, Fabian Ruiz, Pedri, Gavi and Mikel Oyarzabal everyone tried their best to secure the three points and want to take 1st spot on the table. Everyone though they will dominated just like Germany but they failed.

 

 Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams enter into the game after the first half to boost their chances to score a goal but this also was not enough for them as Cape Verde remained strong at defend line and didn't give any chance.

 

 Vozinha was in tears of joy after the game against Spain as he held them goal less and this game became his life's biggest game.

 

In the other game of the group Uruguay vs Saudi Arabia was remained draw. Now every team has 1 points. 

 

Vozinha After the game said," I cried after the game because I grew up with my grandparents when I was a kid, and they could not be there. They passed away a few years ago. My mum could not be here either for VISA issues, because of money issue." 

 

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 Four time champion Germany started their campaign with 7-1 victory over first timer Curacao.

 

         Germany now take the top spot                               Image Soure: @X   

 

 

Germany was unable to get out of the group stage in the 2018 and 2022 world cups. They were the champions of 2014 world cup where they defeated Lionel Messi and Argentinian side. Now with this staggering start of the tournament of 2026 edition their confidence will be boosted.

 

Felix Nmecha scored in the 6th minute of the game but Curacao's Livano Comenenia equalized with his powerful left footed shot at the 21st minute of the game but after this goal there isn't any chances for Curacao and their players. Germany dominated the whole game.

 

Nico Schlotterbeck scored second goal for Germany in the 38th minute of the game. 

 

In the starting of the second half of the game Germany's star player Jamal Musiala scored a goal with his right footed shot. Kai Havertz scored 2 goals for Germany, Nathaniel Brown and Deniz Undav added one each.

 

After this victory Germany will face Ivory Coast in Toronto. Ivory Coast won their game against Ecuador. Curacao will face Ecuador in Kansas city.

 

After last two edition's early exit from the tournament this game will boost Germany's confidence and they have young stars which will give them higher chances in the tournament. Germany has lower chances than top five teams in the tournament but when they get their best they surprise everyone with their performance. That's why they are the four time champion of this tournament.    

 

Now Germany take the top spot to score most goal in the tournament with 239 goals where they overtake Brazil which scored 238 goals in the tournament.  

 

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 What a year for NBA Champion. No one has ever thought that this would be Knicks best year after 53 years. This was crazy series of just 5 games. 

 

                         New York Knicks first title after 53 years              Image Source : @X                                

Knicks got their hand on Saturday night at home of San Antonio Spurs against Spurs. Knicks clinch the series with 4-1 by taking 5th game with 94-90. 

 

In the fourth game of the series they made the greatest come back in any NBA finals. They came back from 29 points deficit. 

 

Jalen Brunson scored 45 points with 3 rebounds, 3 assists,  2 steals and +10 plus or minus.  Mikal Bridges made 14 points. Josh Hart scored 13 points with 11 rebounds and 2 assists with +15 plus or minus. OG Anunoby made 11 points with 8 rebounds.

 

For Spurs Dylan Harper scored 25 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Victor Wembanyama scored 19 points, 14 rebounds, 2 assists and 5 blocks. Vassell scored 12 points, Julian made 14 points. 

 

Spurs has young core which can be great in the near future if they will be polished and taken care of. 

 

Spurs had made many mistake even leading by big margin in every game. They are young and don't know how to play in this kind of situation at the biggest stage of the game. They gave up every game because of their mistakes and their team is made of players who always play for each other. 

 

In a team game, who play for their team, made sacrifice for their team always win. Talent always doesn't give you a victory. 

 

 

a night that new york will never forget pic.twitter.com/IsjUrfa4hh

— NEW YORK KNICKS (@nyknicks) June 15, 2026

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Victor Wembanyama after his return against OCK                             Source:@X

Victor Wmbenyama and Spurs playing great in this years' NBA season. Last year's NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder also look like unbeaten this year and before this game they only lost one game in 25 games.

 

OKC was the hot favorite to win NBA cup but they were stunned by San Antonio Spurs. Wembanyama return after 12 game where he scored 22 points with 2 blocks, 1 steal, 9 rebounds, and 2 assists in just 21 minutes with +21.

 

This was the OKC's only second loss of the season where they last defeated by Portalnd on 5th November. They are now only second behind to GSW where they made 25-1 run in 2015-16.   

 

Also read: MLS : Lionel Messi's historic achievement in MLS. 

 

For Spurs De'Aaron Fox and Castle is in great form this season. Fox scored 22 points with 2 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals and a block. Castle scored 22 points with 6 rebounds and 2 assists. Vassell scored 23 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, a steal and a block.

 

For OKC Shai Gilgeous Alexander scored 29 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists and a steal. Chet Holmgren and Williams scored 17 points each. Alex Caruso scored 11 points with 3 steals. Jalen Williams stole a ball 4 times from the Spurs' players. Alex Caruso has the highest rating of +22 in a game.

 

When Victor was on the floor OKC was outscored by 21 points. Now they will face New York Knicks on Tuesday night in Las Vegas. When Victor Wembanyama was absent due to a strained left calf injury Spurs made a good run of 9-3. Now after return of Wembanyama they will be more thrilled and comparative and it will be tough to stop Spurs in the NBA Cup final.

 

Also read: Lionel Messi and Sachin, two goats meet at India's Wankhede stadium in Mumbai.    

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                           Goat of football with goat of cricket                                     

Goat of football meets goat of cricket, What a moment for sports world and even bigger event for Indian sports fan. Indian sports fans made atmosphere of the stadium electric from start to finish.

 

Lionel Messi is on the tour of India and he will be very happy what he is getting from Indian fans. Cricket legend Sachin greeted football legend Messi with giving him his 10 number jersey which worn during the 2011 world cup victory on the same ground.Messi and Sachin have so many similarities in their respective sports.  

 

 Messi met another Indian sports legend Sunil Chhetri where he exchanged jerseys with him. Sunil Chhetri is the goat of Indian football. This will be turning point for Indian football after this event. Many young will be motivated by this gathering and how fans treated this sports legend. 

 

Sunil Chhetri played 7v7 exhibition match at the Wankhede Stadium for this wonderful event with some Bengaluru FC players against celebrity team captained by Jim Sarbh and Bala Devi who is the captain of Indian women's football team.

 

Also read : FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw : FIFA worldcup groups which team in which? 

 

Messi's two superstar teammates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo De Paul are with him on this ongoing tour of India and they will be very happy after what they are witnessing in India.   

 

After a disappointing moment in Kolkata, Lionel Messi and his tour set on the right way in Hyderabad and Mumbai.Now he will be in Delhi. 

 

Sachin Said," I have spent some incredible moments here. As we say, Mumbai is a city of dreams, and many dreams have reached their destination at this very venue without your support. we would never have witnessed those golden moments here in 2011." 

 

He also added that having Messi and his teammates stars Luis Saurez and Rodrigo de Paul at the Wankhede Stadium is also a "golden moment for Mumbai, Mumbaikars and India. The way you have received all three greats of the game has truly remarkable." 

 

Sachin said," when it comes to Leo, if I have to speak about his game, it wouldn't be the right platform and you know, what does one talk about him? he has achieved everything in football. We really admire his dedication, determination, commitment. and above all, his humility, the person that he is. and on behalf of Mumbaikars and Indians, I would like to wish him and his family the very best of the health and happiness to all of you. Thank you once again for being here and encouraging youngsters."

 

this is how one greats of the game should greets another greats of the game at their hometown. Messi also met respectfully with others.  

 

Maharastra's chief minister also take a great chance and put a project Mahadeva on a global stage which will give so many benefits to Indian football. He took initiative to develop football in the country with Bollywood star Tiger Shroff and Ajay devegan.  

 

 Also read : Lionel Messi's historic achievement in MLS.

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Lionel Messi is the biggest name in the football history. Where ever he put his feet he always  makes his impact. He prove this once again by winning back to back MVP trophies a  and led his team to first ever MLS cup title.

 

Messi is the first player to win MLS' MVP trophies back to back in 2024 and 2025. This shows how good he is at the age of 38. He won regular season and MLS cup final's MVP award.

 

Messi was brilliant in MLS cup playoffs and all matches of the season.Messi was outstanding in the final of MLS cup, contributing in all three goals while assisting in 2 goals.Messi has now won 48 titles in his career. Messi setting up Paul in the 71st minute and Tadeo in second half stoppage time.

 

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Messi with another record of 15 goals contribution, six goals and nine assists in a single post season. Messi was just one goal away from equaling of 49 goal contribution which was set by Los Angeles FC legend Carlos Vela in 2019.

 

Messi also became the first player in MLS history to score 10 multi goal matches in a single season. He is the only other one to win MLS' MVP trophies with Serbian player Perki who won this award in 1997 and 2003.    

 

Messi put MLS league on the global stage with his solid performance, his impact on the game, his fan following around the world. 

 

Messi is the only player to contribute in 36+ goal in two consecutive season: 2024 and 2025.  Messi become Inter Miami's leading scorer and provider.  

 

Also read : football world cup 2026: Teams which are going to take part and their respective groups 

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