FIFA World Cup 2026 Week 1: Key Results, Standings, Messi’s Hat-Trick, and Player Patches
The first week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup saw dramatic matches across the expanded 48-team tournament hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico. Hosts remain unbeaten, with Mexico and the USA securing wins and Canada drawing. Several top teams, including Brazil, Spain, and Portugal, faced unexpected draws. Lionel Messi scored a historic hat-trick for Argentina, leading the Golden Boot race, while Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal drew against DR Congo. FIFA introduced special sleeve patches honoring players' past achievements, worn by stars like Messi, Kane, and Ronaldo.