Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time record goalscorer as his double against Austria sent holders Argentina into the last 32.
Lamine Yamal scored 10 minutes into his first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia to register their first win of the tournament.
Curacao claimed their first ever World Cup point after a remarkable performance from goalkeeper Eloy Room repelled a wasteful Ecuador side.
Lionel Messi equalled the all-time FIFA World Cup goalscoring record with a hat-trick as Argentina kicked off their title defence with victory over Algeria in Group J at Kansas City Stadium.
Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy said his side had paid for taking their eye off the ball at critical moments in the 3-1 defeat by France in their opening World Cup match on Tuesday.
Ghana attacker Inaki Williams has made it clear that the opening fixture against Panama will be pivotal to the Black Stars' hopes of making an impact at the 2026 World Cup.
