World Cup schedule: Messi and Mbappe chase another step forward

The 2026 World Cup still has 64 matches left, with 40 already played, as the group-stage action continues. In Group 10, Argentina face Austria at 20:00, with Lionel Messi in superb form after a hat-trick that drew him level with Miroslav Klose as the World Cup’s all-time top scorer. Lionel Scaloni is expected to keep his partnership with Lautaro Martinez, with only Nahuel Molina coming into the lineup for the injured Gonzalo Montiel.

Austria arrive after a 3-1 win over Jordan. Marco Arnautovic, who came off the bench at halftime and played a part in the final two goals, is expected back in the starting XI. Defender Stefan Posch will wear a mask after suffering a jaw injury in the previous match.

The other Group 10 match, Algeria against Jordan at 06:00, will see both teams look for their first points. France are preparing for their game against Iraq at 00:00, with Didier Deschamps making three changes from the side that beat Senegal 3-1 in New Jersey. Lucas Digne, Manu Koné and Bradley Barcola are set to replace Theo Hernandez, Aurélien Tchouaméni and Désiré Doué.

France want a second win in the tournament before a high-profile final-round clash with Norway. Norway are expected to keep the same lineup against Senegal at 03:00, with both teams still seeking their first points. PSG prospect Ibrahim Mbaye, who scored against France, could start, while Erling Haaland, after scoring twice against Iraq, is set to lead the attack alongside Alexander Sørloth.