The Messi Effect | Episode 13 | Tuesday, June 16, 2026
A daily FIFA World Cup 2026 podcast from Caloroga Shark Media.
🏟️ MATCHDAY 1 — Groups I, J
Spain held to a shock 0-0 draw by Cape Verde — a result that reshuffles Group I — and Matchday 1 served up more drama with Belgium 1-1 Egypt, Saudi Arabia 1-1 Uruguay, and Iran 2-2 New Zealand. Host Jamie Rudd breaks down the key moments, tactical surprises, and which teams now carry momentum from an opening day of beautiful chaos.
TODAY'S FIXTURES:
âš˝ France vs Senegal | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 3:00 PM ET
âš˝ Iraq vs Norway | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA | 6:00 PM ET
🔵⚪ Argentina vs Algeria | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO | 9:00 PM ET
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