World Cup 2026 Day 14: Dembele Hat-Trick, Cape Verde’s Historic Advance, Senegal’s 5-0 Rout

Day 14 of the 2026 World Cup delivered drama as Ousmane Dembele starred, Cape Verde made history and Senegal powered to a record win. In Group I, Dembele grabbed a first-half hat-trick to help France beat Norway 4-1. Later, Senegal capitalised on an early red card to thrash Iraq 5-0 and edge closer to the round of 32. Group H belonged to Cape Verde, who held Saudi Arabia 0-0 to secure their first ever knockout spot. Spain’s 1-0 win over Uruguay knocked La Celeste out at the group stage for a second straight tournament. In Group G, Belgium rallied with a 5-1 victory over New Zealand, while Egypt’s 1-1 draw with Iran left them second on goal difference.

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