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Messi Sets World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Down Austria
Lionel Messi made history by becoming the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer, netting twice as holders Argentina secured a spot in the last 32 with a 2-0 victory over Austria. Kylian Mbappe scored twice, including his 100th cap for France, as they defeated Iraq 3-0 in a 2026 World Cup qualifier held in Philadelphia, with the match delayed two hours by storm - the first tournament game impacted by adverse weather. Two-goal hero Erling Haaland fired Norway into the World Cup last 32 with a come-from-behind 3-2 victory over Senegal. Algeria staged a comeback to defeat Jordan 2-1 in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match, eliminating the Asian debutants from the tournament.
Africa is Rising and Kenya Being Left Behind
While other African nations are making strides on the global football stage, Kenya appears to be falling behind due to a lack of seriousness and strategic planning. The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority closed its closed its investigation into a controversial Sh42.4 million insurance tender linked to the 2024 African Nations Championship, ruling it lacks jurisdiction as no public funds were used. Rehabilitation of Masinde Muliro Kanduyi Stadium in Bungoma County is set for completion by October 2026, aiming to transform it into a regional sporting hub. St Mary's School, Yala and Maseno School have been crowned football champions of Siaya County and Kisumu County respectively, after their finals were rescheduled and moved due to security concerns.
