England secured knockout stage place before Panama match thanks to Uruguay's loss. Injury crisis looms with Reece James ruled out and Declan Rice doubtful. Tuchel to rotate squad in dead rubber.

Cape Verde's players' live reaction to reaching the World Cup knockouts goes viral. The tiny island nation, smallest ever to advance, stunned Spain and Uruguay with defensive grit and a historic goal.

England qualify despite defensive injury; Scotland's knockout fate hangs in balance; Cape Verde make history by eliminating Uruguay; Egypt also reach last 32 for first time.

Belgium delivered a dominant 5-1 victory over New Zealand to win Group G on goal difference. Kevin De Bruyne and Leandro Trossard starred as the Red Devils advanced to the round of 32, while New Zealand exit with one point.

Spain advanced as Group H winners with a 1-0 win over Uruguay, while debutants Cape Verde made history by reaching the last-32, highlighting the expanded format's drama.

Cape Verde (pop. 525,000) becomes the smallest country to reach a World Cup knockout phase. The Blue Sharks finished second in Group H by holding Spain to 0-0, drawing Uruguay 2-2, and securing a point against Saudi Arabia. They now face reigning champions Argentina in the last 16, a story of defensive grit and long-term planning.

Cape Verde, the smallest nation ever to advance past the World Cup group stage, secured a 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia to reach the last 32, sparking emotional celebrations and rewriting tournament history.

England secured a Round of 32 spot with a game to spare, but injuries to Declan Rice and Reece James cast doubt on their knockout prospects. Tuchel faces tactical dilemmas ahead of the Panama match.

England have qualified for the World Cup knockout stages without playing, thanks to Uruguay's defeat to Spain. Thomas Tuchel's side now faces Panama with group top spot at stake.

Cape Verde secured a last-32 spot with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia in their first World Cup. Vozinha was heroic in goal, and a late Spain win over Uruguay confirmed their progression. They will face Argentina in Miami.

Thomas Tuchel declares England can compete with anyone at World Cup 2026 despite injuries to Reece James and Declan Rice. The Three Lions face a decisive Group L finale against Panama.

Spain and Cape Verde played to a tense 0-0 draw in Group H at the 2026 World Cup. Cape Verde's defensive masterclass frustrated Spain, leaving Group H wide open with Uruguay's result deciding who advances and keeping the African minnows' fairytale alive.

Ousmane Dembélé scored a first-half hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1 in Boston to win Group I at the 2026 World Cup, showcasing a dominant, hyper-mobile attack.

Cape Verde, Curacao, Ghana, and South Africa have stunned favorites at the 2026 World Cup. Defensive discipline, compact shapes, and the expanded 48-team format are leveling the playing field.

Ecstasy for Ecuador and draw puts Australia through | World Cup Daily

Ecuador stunned Germany 2-1 at the 2026 World Cup, securing a knockout spot. President Daniel Noboa declared Friday a national holiday, celebrating the team's resilience and historic victory.

The Socceroos secured their place in the World Cup last 32 with a nerve-shredding 0-0 draw against Paraguay, highlighting the calculative nature of the expanded 48-team tournament. Australia now await a round of 32 opponent.

Ecuador manager Sebastian Beccacece staked his job on a must-win match against Germany. A 2-1 victory saved his tenure and sent Ecuador to the World Cup knockout stages for only the second time in history.

Nicolas Pepe’s early brilliance powered Ivory Coast into the World Cup knockout stages, ending Curacao’s fairy-tale debut. The Elephants’ commanding win in Group E, combined with other results, sent Germany through as group winners and left Curacao to reflect on a journey that exceeded all expectations.

Ecuador defeated four-time champions Germany in a must-win Group E clash, pulling off a stunning comeback to secure a place in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.

The Netherlands face eliminated Tunisia in their final Group F match, needing a win and potentially a large margin to secure top spot as Japan and Sweden play concurrently. Goal difference could decide the group winner.

Japan and Sweden face a winner-takes-all World Cup group stage match in Dallas. Japan on 4 points, Sweden on 3. Both managers make three changes. Victory guarantees knockout round, with group top spot also at stake. Tactical battle between Moriyasu and Potter.

Christian Pulisic is fit and eager to play, but with the USA already group winners, coach Pochettino must decide between preserving his star for the knockouts or maintaining winning momentum against Turkey.

Erling Haaland evolves from goal machine to complete disrupter, leading Norway past Iraq and Senegal in the 2026 World Cup with his relentless pressing, leadership, and goals.