Australia need only a draw against Paraguay to advance to the knockout stage, but a recent 2-0 loss to the US has raised concerns. Coach Tony Popovic insists his side will play to win, aiming to secure a favorable last-32 clash in Dallas.

Thapelo Maseko's 63rd-minute strike gave South Africa a 1-0 win over South Korea, sending Bafana Bafana to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. They will face Canada in the Round of 32. Son Heung-min started on the bench for Korea.

Brazil's 3-0 win over Scotland seals knockout spot as Neymar returns from 20-month injury layoff in emotional moment, reigniting World Cup hopes.

The 2026 World Cup group stage averages 2.94 goals per match, threatening to be the most prolific since 1970. Elite forwards, defensive errors, a tricky new ball, and tactical substitutions fuel the goal glut.

Group K features Portugal, Colombia, Ghana, and UAE. Portugal are clear favorites but face a Ronaldo management dilemma. Colombia rely on James Rodriguez's creativity. Ghana and UAE look to disrupt.

Co-hosts USA aim for third consecutive win against eliminated Turkey in final Group D match. Pochettino faces decision on rotation. Match carries implications for knockout round momentum and squad depth.

England's frustrating 0-0 draw featured Jordan Pickford's lucky escape from a red card and a penalty shout that wasn't given. Scotland prepare for a decisive World Cup clash against Brazil in Miami.

Daniel Muñoz's deflected strike in the 78th minute broke DR Congo's resistance, sending Colombia into the World Cup knockout rounds with a 1-0 win. Lionel Mpasi's heroics kept Colombia at bay until the late deflection.

Colombia secured a 1-0 win over DR Congo to book their place in the World Cup knockout stage. Daniel Munoz's deflected strike was the difference. DR Congo's hopes now hang by a thread.

Day 7 of the 2026 World Cup saw Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo, England dominate Croatia 4-2, Ghana snatch a 95th-minute winner over Panama, and Norway celebrate historic qualification.

Panama faces Croatia in a must-win Group L match after Ghana heartbreak; Croatia seeks to steady campaign amid pressure and tactical challenges.

The 2026 World Cup golden boot race has intensified with Cristiano Ronaldo joining Lionel Messi (5 goals), Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Harry Kane (4 each). Messi's hat trick tied Klose's record, while Mbappe became France's all-time top scorer. Ronaldo broke his duck with a brace against Uzbekistan.

Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, scores twice and assists in Portugal's 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, becoming first to score in six World Cups and entering Golden Boot race.

U.S. DHS allowed Iran's team to arrive 48 hours before a key World Cup match, easing earlier 24-hour limit. Iran's staff were denied visas, leading to a FIFA complaint over unfair conditions.

FIFA president confirms Trump will attend 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium and personally hand trophy to winners, breaking tradition with a politically charged ceremony.

Cristiano Ronaldo made history by scoring in his sixth World Cup, breaking the record for most editions with a goal. The 41-year-old captain silenced critics with a sixth-minute strike against Uzbekistan in Houston, proving his enduring class on the global stage.

Norwegian fans, after a dramatic 3-2 win over Senegal, celebrated with their iconic 'Viking Row' chant, marching to the royal palace in Oslo and spreading the party to New York's subways, with even Senegal fans joining in.

Cristiano Ronaldo keeps his starting spot for Portugal's Group K match against Uzbekistan despite criticism after a 1-1 draw with DR Congo. Portugal need a win to avoid crisis, while Uzbekistan aim for an upset.

Messi scored historic 17th and 18th World Cup goals to become all-time leading scorer. Mbappé and Haaland each scored twice to heat up the Golden Boot race. England face Ghana in Group L after a late Ghana winner against Croatia.

Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1, keeping their World Cup dream alive. Two second-half goals from corners secured victory, setting up a winner-takes-all clash with Austria for second place in Group J.

Erling Haaland scored twice to lead Norway to a 3-2 win over Senegal, securing World Cup 2026 knockout berth for first time since 1998. Victory sets up Group I decider against France.

Lionel Messi tops the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot standings with five goals, followed by Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland on four. Messi also became the all-time leading World Cup scorer. Betting favorites favor Mbappé and Harry Kane, but the race remains wide open as the knockout phase approaches.

Erling Haaland’s second consecutive brace propelled Norway into the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds with a 3-2 win over Senegal. The Manchester City striker now has four goals in two matches, while Senegal’s defensive frailties leave them clinging to a mathematical miracle.

Kylian Mbappé scored and led France past Iraq in a World Cup match halted for two hours by an electrical storm. His leadership and tactical adjustments secured the win, though defensive vulnerabilities were exposed.