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World Cup Day 6 brings heavyweight debuts and a Messi-Zidane storyline

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By בן גולדפריינד

First reported by Now 14 · Jun 16, 2026

What happened

The 2026 World Cup’s sixth day features France-Senegal, Iraq-Norway, Argentina-Algeria, and Austria-Jordan. France and Argentina enter as heavy favorites, while Iraq and Jordan seek upsets and Algeria returns with Luka Zidane expected in goal.

  • 01France meets Senegal in a rematch of the famous 2002 World Cup opener.
  • 02Argentina, led by Messi, faces Algeria with Luka Zidane expected in goal.
  • 03Iraq returns to the World Cup for the first time since 1986.
  • 04Norway also returns after 1998, with Haaland chasing his first goal.
  • 05Austria plays World Cup debutant Jordan in the day’s final match.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

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People
Kylian MbappéErling HaalandDidier Deschamps
OrganizationsFrance, Senegal, Argentina, Algeria, Iraq, Norway, Austria, Jordan
PlacesNew Jersey, Kansas City, Foxborough, Santa Clara, Seoul, South Korea

Full coverage · 2 outlets

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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
World Cup Day 6 brings heavyweight debuts and a Messi-Zidane storyline
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 16, 2026
France and Argentina Open World Cup Campaigns in High-Pressure Doubleheader

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