Erling Haaland Joins Harry Kane in Elite Company After Brace Against Senegal

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Erling Haaland Joins Harry Kane in Elite Company After Brace Against Senegal

Haaland followed up his brace in Norway's 4-1 win over Iraq in the World Cup opener with two more in the 3-2 win over Senegal. The Norwegian became just the second player in the last 50 years, after Harry Kane in 2018, to score multiple goals in each of their first two World Cup appearances. Norway plays France next.


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Argentina beat Austria 2-0 to seal their place in the knockouts. If Portugal wins their group, the two will be on course for a titanic quarterfinal in Kansas City. The cheapest tickets start from $3,909 and go up to an astonishing $13,395 for the best seats. The average ticket price ranges from $5,500 to $6,500.

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Raphinha Could Leave Brazil’s World Cup Camp Due to Personal Affairs

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Raphina is reportedly dealing with a financial dispute that may require his immediate attention, leading to his departure from Brazil's World Cup camp. Brazil has a draw and a win in their first two matches against Morocco and Haiti, respectively. Carlo Ancelotti's side needs at least a draw against Scotland to seal its place in the knockout stage.

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France Seal Knockout Berth With Dominant 3-0 Win Over Iraq

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France Seal Knockout Berth With Dominant 3-0 Win Over Iraq

Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France beat Iraq 3-0 to book their place in the Round of 32. Ousmane Dembélé scored his first World Cup goal, and Michael Olise had two assists in a game delayed by thunderstorms in Philadelphia. France will face Norway in their final group game to determine the winner of Group I.

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Lionel Messi’s Father, Jorge, Discharged from Hospital After Health Scare

Jorge has been discharged from the hospital after a short stay for an undisclosed condition, per Ángel de Brito. "He is currently under medical supervision, recovering, and progressing favourably within his current condition," the family said last week. Messi broke down in tears against Algeria in Argentina's World Cup opener with death rumors around the 68-year-old.

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