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Paraguay knock Germany out of World Cup 2026 on penalties

Paraguay stunned Germany in a penalty shootout on Monday to reach the World Cup last 16 after a 1-1 draw following extra time. The South Americans won 4-3 on spot kicks, handing Germany their first-ever defeat in a World Cup penalty shootout and booking a place in the knockout stage.

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Canada reach new heights as the Netherlands prepare to face Morocco

Co-hosts Canada beat South Africa 1-0 to advance in the knockout round for the first-ever time at a World Cup. Meanwhile Monday's action will see the Netherlands take on Morocco in one of the most hotly anticipated games of the Round of 32. Brazil will face Japan and Germany play…

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Brazil fans were waiting for Vinícius Júnior to be their hero. He’s arrived

Vini Jr has been a star at Real Madrid for a long time. Now he is truly delivering for his country at a World Cup

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FIFA World Cup 2026 bracket predictor: Full list of 16 matches including USA, Argentina, Brazil, France, England, Portugal, Spain, Canada, Mexico

FIFA World Cup 2026 bracket: France, Spain, England, Argentina, all of the pre-tournament favorites, made it through, and a few surprise sides are through, too.

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13.76 million tune in to watch England beat Panama in the World Cup

England's men's national football team secured the top spot in their World Cup group with a 2-0 victory over Panama. The match garnered a peak viewership of 13.76 million across ITV, STV, ITVX, and STV Player, achieving an 80% share of TV viewing. Jude Bellingham scored the first goal, followed…

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‘I told the players they’d be exempt from military service if we reached the semi-finals. They huddled together and started crying, one by one’ How Guus Hiddink motivated South Korea’s 2002 World Cup heroes

The Dutch coach led South Korea to a World Cup semi-final in 2002

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Nine of ten African teams qualify for Round of 32

Africa has rewritten FIFA World Cup history after an unprecedented nine of its 10 teams from the continent secured places in the Round of 32 in the 2026 tournament, smashing the previous record of just two African teams reaching the knockout stage in a single edition.

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World Cup 2026: Flawless France cruise through while Cape Verde make history

France have won all three of their group-stage matches at a World Cup for the first time since 1998. Les Bleus brushed Norway aside in a 4-1 demolition, powered by an Ousmane Dembélé hat-trick and a bullet header from Désiré Doué.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: New Zealand disappointed but proud after exit

New Zealand's World Cup campaign concluded with a 5-1 defeat to Belgium, leaving them at the bottom of Group G. Despite the loss, coach Darren Bazeley expressed pride in his squad's performance, highlighting the valuable experience gained. Striker Chris Wood noted the team's progression, acknowledging the need for players to…

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World Cup today: Heavyweight clash as Mbappe’s France take on Haaland’s Norway

Group I concludes with Erling Haaland’s Norway taking on Kylian Mbappe’s France in a battle over who will top the group. Both teams are already into the knockout rounds having won their first two games. The other game in the group sees Senegal play Iraq – a win for either…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan's progress paying off, says Troussier

Japan believe they can shock Brazil in the World Cup round of 32, and former coach Philippe Troussier thinks it would be a fitting reward for their progress as a football nation. Japan have not missed a World Cup since, and they have openly talked about winning this year's competition…

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Teen sensation makes Socceroos history in the US

Lucas Herrington has become the youngest Socceroo to start a World Cup match, with an assured debut against Paraguay helping secure a knockout berth.

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FIFA defies anti-LGBTQ backlash and allows Pride flags at Iran-Egypt World Cup match

Seattle’s stadium is expected to be brimming with rainbow flags for a World Cup match between teams from two of the most repressive countries for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Turkey beats US 3-2 with last-gasp goal as Americans look ahead to knockout stage

Turkey secured a 3-2 victory over the United States in their final World Cup match, with Kaan Ayhan scoring the winning goal in stoppage time. Despite the Americans already topping Group D, Turkey showed resilience with first-half goals from Arda Guler and Orkun Kokcu. Auston Trusty and Sebastian Berhalter found…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Qualified teams, eliminated nations and knockout stage picture explained

The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage is taking shape as the group phase nears its end. Powerhouses like Argentina, Brazil, and France have secured their spots in the Round of 32, alongside co-hosts Mexico and the USA. Meanwhile, several nations have been eliminated, and the race for the remaining…

France 24

World Cup 2026: More MENA countries competing than ever before

More Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries are competing in the 2026 World Cup than at any previous tournament, much to the delight of fans from Morocco to Jordan. But as always with sports, politics is never far from the pitch. Iran, of course, springs to mind. Never before…

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'Not a good look': Sir Rod Stewart addresses backlash over World Cup attendance

Sir Rod Stewart has admitted it "wasn't a good look" to attend a World Cup game just a day after cancelling a concert due to ill health.

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South Africa beat South Korea to reach World Cup knockout stages for first time

Thapelo Maseko scored mid way through the second half against South Korea to take South Africa into the knockout stages at a World Cup for the first time.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: From Ghana to Cape Verde, how minnows are frustrating football’s attacking powers

Where Ghana’s phalanx wouldn’t admit England’s hyped attackers the pleasure of even a single breach. Where Cape Verde’s unyielding wall withstood a Spanish hurricane, and matched Uruguay in footballing nous. Where Congo held Portugal, Belgium was run aground by Iran, Curacao gave no joy to Ecuador, and there was nothing…

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Scotland’s World Cup head-to-head record against Brazil before Miami showdown

Scotland will face Brazil for the fifth time at a World Cup in Miami on Wednesday evening. In the previous four encounters , Scotland have never managed to beat the five-time world champions. The first match between the two teams on the World Cup stage came in 1974 and ended…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Colombia's Rodriguez creates 5 goal-scoring chances in DR Congo fixture

James Rodriguez's vintage performance powered Colombia to a 1-0 win over DR Congo, securing their spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Daniel Munoz netted the decisive goal, marking his place in Colombian World Cup history. This victory ensures Colombia's progression with a game to spare, continuing…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Record-breaking match for Ronaldo; Modric joins 200 club; England's unwanted record

Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in history with a brace, leading Portugal to a dominant 5-0 win and becoming the first to score in six World Cups. England endured a frustrating goalless draw against Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured crucial 1-0 victories. Modric also reached a remarkable 200 international…

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World Cup 2026: Algeria beats Jordan 2-1 to clinch its first World Cup win since 2014

Algeria stormed back to beat Jordan 2-1 to advance to the 2026 World Cup knockout round in California late Monday thanks to second-half goals from substitute Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri. It marked the first time Algeria won a World Cup game since 2014.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Cabo Verde set multiple WC records in 2-2 stalemate with Uruguay

Debutants Cabo Verde stunned two-time champions Uruguay with a 2-2 draw in a World Cup thriller. The match saw the oldest starting goalkeeping duo in WC history. Cabo Verde also etched their name in the record books by scoring their first-ever World Cup goal from a free-kick, marking a historic…

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran coach says team still faces unfair treatment from US ahead of second match

Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed frustration over travel restrictions and visa issues imposed by the US at the World Cup, impacting his team's preparation. Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic FIFA will intervene. Ghalenoei highlighted the team's dedication to their nation and appealed for fair treatment, emphasizing football should remain…

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