Today's Top 3 News: World Cup Round of 16 Schedule, Qualified Teams

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Argentina forward Lionel Messi has officially broken the record as the oldest player to score a hat-trick in World Cup history, after leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria in their 2026 World Cup opener in Kansas City. Messi achieved the milestone at the age of 38 years and 357 days, further extending his legacy on football's biggest stage. Shutterstock.

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Here are the highlights: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16: Full Fixtures and Qualified Teams; 10 Fastest Football Players in the 2026 World Cup: Top Speed Ranked; and What to Know About Belarusian President's Visit to Indonesia.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:

1. 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16: Full Fixtures and Qualified Teams

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 is now fully set after the conclusion of the Round of 32, with all 16 teams confirmed for the knockout stage.

Colombia became the final team to secure a place in the Round of 16 after a 1-0 victory over Ghana, completing the lineup for the next phase of the tournament. They join 15 other nations that have already booked their spots in the knockout round.

Read everything you need to know about it, from every confirmed pairing to match dates and kickoff times, here.

2. 10 Fastest Football Players in the 2026 World Cup: Top Speed Ranked

The race to be crowned the fastest player at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has emerged as one of the tournament’s most talked-about subplots. While global stars such as Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé continue to dominate headlines, several emerging talents are also making their mark with blistering pace on the pitch.

As the tournament progresses, these speedsters are increasingly influencing key moments in crucial matches. Who are the fastest players lighting up the 2026 World Cup? Click here to see the full list and rankings.

3. Golden Boot 2026: Race for World Cup Top Scorer

As the tournament moves into the Round of 16, the competition to finish as the 2026 World Cup’s top scorer has taken a new twist. Lionel Messi now leads the standings with seven goals, after scoring in Argentina’s Round of 32 win over Cape Verde, further strengthening his position in the Golden Boot race.

Close behind, Kylian Mbappé remains in contention with six goals and two assists, following his brace in France’s Round of 32 victory over Sweden, adding to his earlier group-stage scoring run.

With the knockout stage underway, both superstars are expected to remain central figures in the race for the tournament’s top individual honor.

Click here to see the complete list of 2026 FIFA World Cup top scorers and latest Golden Boot standings.

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Today's Top 3 News: Fastest Football Players in the 2026 World Cup

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