DID Press: The sixth day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered standout performances from global football stars, with France, Norway, and Argentina all securing emphatic victories.
Results (Last Night and Early Morning)
- France 3–1 Senegal
- Norway 4–1 Iraq
- Argentina 3–0 Algeria
- Austria 3–1 Jordan
France opened their campaign in Group I with a 3–1 win over Senegal. The match remained tightly contested until late in the second half, when Kylian Mbappé scored twice to secure victory for Les Bleus. The French forward also set a new scoring milestone for the national team.
In the same group, Norway marked a strong return to the World Cup after 28 years, defeating Iraq 4–1. Erling Haaland scored twice in his World Cup debut, dominating the match.
In Group J, defending champions Argentina delivered a commanding performance, beating Algeria 3–0. Lionel Messi scored a historic hat-trick, further extending his World Cup records and showcasing elite form at the age of 38.
Messi was named player of the day following his three-goal performance, which also saw him break multiple World Cup records.