Defending champions Argentina and France secured their places in the round of 32 on the twelfth day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In Group J, Argentina beat Austria 2-0 with Lionel Messi scoring twice, including a stoppage-time goal. The brace took his all-time World Cup record to 18 goals, surpassing Miroslav Klose.
In Group I, France cruised past Iraq 3-0 with a Kylian Mbappé brace and a goal from Ousmane Dembélé. Norway also qualified after a thrilling 3-2 win over Senegal, thanks to two goals from Erling Haaland.
Argentina top Group J with six points, while France and Norway have both secured qualification from Group I with maximum points.
Other results saw Spain defeat Saudi Arabia 4-0 and Egypt claim their first-ever World Cup win, beating New Zealand 3-1.
