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World Cup Group Stage Wrap: Messi Comes Off Bench to Score as Argentina Secure Victory]
The final day of World Cup group stage matches delivered exciting results across multiple groups.
In Group K, Portugal managed a 0-0 draw against Colombia, allowing South American rivals to claim the top position. Congo DR secured third place with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan.
England topped Group L with a 2-0 win against Panama, while Croatia claimed second place after defeating Ghana 2-1.
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score for Argentina in their 3-1 triumph over Jordan, with the result ensuring Algeria and Austria both advanced after their 3-3 draw in the other Group J match.
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