Wednesday will host four star-studded matches, headlined by the return of France, Argentina, Norway and Austria to World Cup action.
From Mbappe against Senegal and Haaland against Iraq, to Messi’s title defense against Algeria and Austria’s first goal against Jordan, there’s no shortage of intrigue as the group stage grows rapidly.
Here’s everything you need to know for matchday six.
Can Mané cause another shock for France?
France, who qualified for the 2022 finals, arrive as the more experienced team but have many questions after being beaten 2-1 by Ivory Coast in their warm-up match against Northern Ireland.
Senegal, meanwhile, impressed in African qualification and, with Sadio Mané as their star, will be eager to relive the memories of their famous 1-0 win over France at the 2002 World Cup.
Les Bleus, who qualified for Europe and are favorites along with Argentina, should take the three points, but this Group I match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is unlikely to be straightforward.
Norway’s Tarisman enters the big stage
It’s been a long wait for both, but Iraq and Norway are back on the World Cup stage and will face off in Boston.
