Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the 2026 World Cup as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 in Dallas, becoming the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches. The Argentine superstar’s record-breaking moment capped a drama-filled Saturday that also saw England secure top spot in Group L and Scotland crash out of the tournament.
England laboured to a 2-0 victory over Panama in New Jersey, with Jude Bellingham and record-breaking Harry Kane scoring in the second half. The win ensured the Three Lions topped their group, but it came at a cost: right-back Jarell Quansah picked up an injury, giving manager Thomas Tuchel a headache ahead of Wednesday’s last-32 clash with DR Congo in Atlanta at 5pm UK time.
“England to face DR Congo in World Cup last 32 after Scotland's Steve Clarke resigns and Messi breaks record.”
Scotland’s World Cup dream finally ended in the early hours of Sunday morning, joining Iran, South Korea and Uruguay as third-placed teams exiting the tournament. Manager Steve Clarke, who was given a new four-year contract just last month, has already announced his resignation.
Elsewhere, Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal were held to a 0-0 draw by Colombia and will now face Croatia in the knockout phase. The round of 32 begins today with South Africa taking on co-hosts Canada.
England fans have booked last-minute trips and spent thousands on their World Cup travel, though some turned down ticket purchases because prices were described as “obscene”. One supporter, 30-year-old Bradley Littlechild, was among those who travelled to the US but declined to buy tickets.