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    FIFA WC: Spotlight falls on Messi, Ronaldo as footballs new generation eyes the throne
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    FIFA WC: Spotlight Falls On Messi, Ronaldo As Football's New Generation Eyes The Throne

    By IANS News June 22, 2026 • 13:56 PM View: 159
    FIFA World Cup: Football's past, present and future will converge on a blockbuster FIFA World Cup matchday as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continue their pursuit of another defining chapter, while Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland look to further cement their status as the sport's next global superstars. With crucial group-stage points at stake, Sunday's fixtures promise a compelling blend of legacy, ambition and emerging rivalries.

    The headline attraction sees reigning world champions Argentina take on Austria in Group J, with Messi once again expected to orchestrate his side's attack. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner starred in Argentina's opening victory over Algeria and will now face an Austrian outfit buoyed by an impressive win over Jordan. Austria's aggressive pressing game and confidence on the ball could provide Argentina with one of their sternest examinations of the group stage.

    Elsewhere, France will seek to build on their winning start when they meet Iraq in Group I. Fresh off another influential performance against Senegal, Mbappé remains the focal point of Didier Deschamps' star-studded squad. Already one of the World Cup's most prolific performers, the French forward will look to continue his rich scoring form against an Iraqi side aiming to recover from its opening defeat to Norway.

    TAGS FIFA WC FIFA World Cup Lionel Messi Cristiano Ronaldo Kylian Mbapp
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