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World Cup 2026: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland stay hot; Second round of group stage ends Tuesday
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Orri Benatar , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For those interested in learning more about the World Cup 2026 and its developments, additional information can be found through local news sources, including updates on the tournament's progress and notable player performances.
Soccer fans in El Paso are following the World Cup 2026, where top players are making headlines. Recent performances by Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland have been notable, with their teams Argentina and France being mentioned. The World Cup has seen record-breaking moments, including the all-time goals record being broken by a player.
Further details about this achievement and the current standings are available from KTSM 9 News. For those interested in learning more about the World Cup 2026 and its developments, additional information can be found through local news sources, including updates on the tournament's progress and notable player performances.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Soccer fans in El Paso are following the World Cup 2026, where top players are making headlines. Recent performances by Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland have been notable, with their…
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