World Cup day 13: France beat Iraq in four-hour game, Thomas Tuchel speaks out on England anthem

This week has already been dominated by the superstars at this World Cup, with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all making huge impacts on Monday's games.Messi became the all-time highest World Cup goal scorer with his double against Austria taking him past Miroslav Klose's total of 16 to 18.But Mbappe's own brace against Iraq sees the Frenchman close behind, putting his own personal tally on 16 as France won 3-0.Norway, meanwhile, won a thriller against Senegal 3-2 with Haaland also getting on the scoresheet twice.However, all eyes will be on England tonight - who face Ghana in the second of their group stage matches.A win would all but see the Three Lions finish top of their group, having beaten Croatia 4-2 last week.Portugal civil warPortugal take on Uzbekistan in Houston today with their World Cup campaign overshadowed by internal discord. Following the disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo, Cristiano Ronaldo's sister Katia Aveiro took to social media to criticise her brother's teammates, suggesting they had magically forgot how to pass the ball. She subsequently liked an Instagram post mocking Bruno Fernandes.Former England striker Gabby Agbonlahor condemned Aveiro's behaviour as toxic on talkSPORT Breakfast, stating: I don't like that. That's the problem.During the Congo match, Fernandes was seen gesticulating at Ronaldo after the 41-year-old snatched a chance from him and missed. Nuno Mendes screamed in frustration behind them. Martinez now faces mounting pressure over whether to reduce his veteran captain's role.Haaland makes Norway historyNorway edged Senegal 3-2 in a thrilling World Cup Group I contest, with Erling Haaland delivering another historic performance. Haaland struck twice, including a powerful late winner, as Norway recovered from twice being pegged back by the spirited Africans. Senegal created problems on the counterattack and finished with 11 shots, but Norway’s clinical finishing proved decisive.Haaland’s brace saw him become Norway’s all-time leading scorer at major tournaments and the first Norwegian player to score in three consecutive World Cup matches. He also reached 50 international goals faster than any player in Norway’s history, further cementing his status as one of world football’s elite forwards.Tuchel: Wonderwall could be England's anthemThomas Tuchel believes Wonderwall could become England's anthem at this summer's World Cup after hailing the iconic Oasis track as a brilliant song.The Three Lions manager was among those caught up in emotional scenes following the Three Lions' thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia last week as players and supporters joined together in a rendition of the 1995 hit.Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and several of their team-mates were seen singing alongside fans inside the ATT Stadium in Dallas after England kicked off their campaign with an entertaining win.Tuchel hopes the song can continue to help strengthen the bond between players and supporters as England chase a first major trophy since 1966.Read more here.Adverse weather affects France vs IraqFrance cruised to a 3-0 victory over Iraq in their World Cup Group I clash, dominating possession with 68 per cent of the ball and registering 18 shots to Iraq’s six.Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring midway through the first half before Antoine Griezmann doubled the lead after the break.A late strike from Eduardo Camavinga sealed the result as France maintained control throughout. Iraq defended bravely but struggled to create clear chances, completing only two shots on target.The match took four hours to complete because severe weather forced a lengthy suspension, with lightning and heavy rain delaying play before officials allowed the game to resume safely. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter