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Every day, millions of people scroll through LinkedIn looking for jobs, clients, networking opportunities, and career advice. But for Roberto Lopes, one LinkedIn message has taken him to the World Cup

Cabo Verde’s incredible World Cup debut continues. After holding Spain to a draw, the African island nation stunned Uruguay with a 2-2 result, scoring their first-ever World Cup goal and keeping knockout hopes alive.

Folarin Balogun’s impressive World Cup campaign continues to gather momentum. The Nigerian-born forward picked up his second straight Man of the Match award after inspiring the United States to a 2-0 victory over Australia and a place in the knockout rounds.

Egypt recorded their first World Cup win in history after a brilliant second-half comeback against New Zealand. Mohamed Salah starred with a goal and an assist as the Pharaohs climbed to the top of Group G.

Africa has produced some of the FIFA World Cup’s most unforgettable goalscorers. Here are the eight players who have scored the most goals for African nations, led by Ghana’s Asamoah Gyan with a record six strikes.

Michelle Agyemang’s fairytale rise continues as the England and Arsenal forward receives an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List, becoming the youngest recipient in 2026 after her unforgettable Euro 2025 performances.

Cape Verde produced one of the biggest shocks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, holding European champions Spain to a historic 0-0 draw in their first-ever tournament match, with veteran goalkeeper Vozinha starring for the Blue Sharks.

Amad Diallo emerged as Ivory Coast’s hero with a dramatic 90th-minute winner against Ecuador, handing the Elephants a 1-0 victory and Africa’s first win of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The result ended a 12-year wait for a World Cup triumph and boosted the African champions’ hopes of reaching the knockout stage.

Folarin Balogun delivered a dream World Cup performance, scoring twice as the United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in Los Angeles. The Nigerian-born striker led a ruthless American attack and gave fans plenty to talk about as the hosts kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in style.

Alex Iwobi reaches 100 international caps for Nigeria, joining an elite group of Super Eagles legends after a decade of consistent midfield service.