World Cup 2026 opens with 75 goals and Messi's historic hat trick
The 2026 World Cup has seen thrilling action in its opening week, yielding 75 goals in 24 matches, an average of 3.1 per game. Notable performances included Lionel Messi's historic hat trick and Kylian Mbappe becoming France's all-time leading scorer. Critics voiced dissatisfaction over hydration breaks, citing disruptions to the game’s.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 09:30 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 09:40 UTC
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