Update Fifa World Cup 2026
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Netherlands vs Brazil mouthwatering World Cup round of 32 clash fall away, here's why
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 02:42 PM ISTNetherlands and Brazil topped their groups to avoid an early meeting with each other in the FIFA World Cup knockouts. The two could have locked horns in the round of 32, but the recent results in Group F have denied the early meeting.
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Japan, Sweden qualify for World Cup knockouts after draw; Samurai Blue's opponents revealed
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 01:26 PM ISTJapan have finished second in Group F after their 1-1 draw against Sweden at the Dallas Stadium. Both Japan and Sweden have made it to the round of 32, with the Swedes among the eight best third-ranked teams, having four points from three matches.
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Why have Paraguay not qualified for World Cup round of 32 despite being on four points?
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 01:49 PM ISTAustralia have progressed through to the round of 32 after finishing second with a goalless draw against Paraguay. However, Paraguay have not yet officially made it the knockouts despite being on four points. Here's why.
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Ecuador shock Germany, beat them 2-1 in FIFA World Cup, how did they qualify for Round of 32?
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 03:57 AM ISTEcuador stunned Germany 2-1 in their final Group E match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, but both teams still progressed to the Round of 32. Germany topped the group, Ivory Coast finished second, while Ecuador qualified as one of the best third-placed teams.
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GER vs ECU FIFA World Cup LIVE: Ecuador pull off a heist, beat Germany 2-1 in New York
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 01:33 PM ISTGermany face Ecuador in their final Group E match with a Round of 32 spot already secured. Ecuador, still searching for their first goal of the tournament, need a positive result to keep their knockout hopes alive and avoid relying on other results.
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Neymar joins Pele in elite list as Brazil thump Scotland in FIFA World Cup 2026
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 08:54 PM ISTBy appearing for Brazil in the Group A game against Scotland at FIFA World Cup 2026, Neymar Junior -- who made his last international appearance in 2023 -- has joined Pele in appearing in four world cups for the country.
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Self-goals twice in same tournament: Qatar's unwanted record in FIFA World Cup history
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 07:07 PM ISTThe Qatar football team have earned an unwanted record to their name, becoming the third team in the history of FIFA World Cups to score self-goals twice in the same tournament. With this, Qatar have joined Bulgaria and Russia who have scored self-goals twice in the same world cup.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: South Africa stun South Korea 1-0, set up round of 32 clash with Canada
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 07:06 PM ISTThe South Africans or the 'Bafana Bafana' stunned the South Koreans in their last Group A game, winning the match by 1-0. They will now clash with Canada in round of 32 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 next.
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Vini Jr's brace help Brazil finish as Group C leaders, Morocco advances after dramatic 4-2 win
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 05:49 AM ISTBrazil beat Scotland 3-0 with a Vinicius Junior brace and a Matheus Cunha goal to top Group C unbeaten. Morocco rallied from behind twice to defeat Haiti 4-2 and qualify. Scotland, on three points, must await the other results to learn if they advance.
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Why are final FIFA World Cup group games being played simultaneously?
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 04:37 AM ISTFinal FIFA World Cup group matches are played simultaneously to prevent teams from gaining an advantage by knowing earlier results. The rule was introduced after the 1982 “Disgrace of Gijon,” where West Germany and Austria’s result eliminated Algeria on goal difference.
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Why is Raphinha not playing for Brazil vs Scotland in their FIFA World Cup 2026 clash?
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 03:29 AM ISTRaphinha is out of Brazil’s World Cup 2026 match against Scotland after suffering a hamstring injury in the 3-0 win over Haiti, confirmed by the CBF. Carlo Ancelotti called it precautionary, with Rayan replacing him as Brazil manage his recovery.
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BRA vs SCO FIFA World Cup LIVE: Brazil win 3-0, finish as league leaders; Morocco through too
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 05:51 AM ISTBrazil face Scotland in a decisive Group C clash in Miami, with qualification still open. Brazil rely on attacking quality and Vinicius Junior, while Scotland focus on compact defence and set pieces. The match hinges on tempo and control of momentum.
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Switzerland, Canada qualify for FIFA World Cup round of 32, Bosnia's fate hangs in balance
Football | Jun 25, 2026, 02:42 AM ISTSwitzerland beat Canada 2-1 to finish top of Group B and qualify for the round of 32, with Canada also advancing in second place. Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Qatar 3-1 but ended third and must wait on other results to confirm possible qualification.
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Harry Kane cursed? Ghanaian witch doctor claims casting spell on England captain, now lifted
Football | Jun 24, 2026, 11:32 PM ISTEngland captain Harry Kane drew blanks in a 0-0 World Cup clash with Ghana, prompting Ghanaian spiritualist Nana Kwaku Bonsam to claim his alleged spell had worked. After the match, Bonsam said he had lifted the curse, allowing Kane to score again.
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5 teams who have been knocked out from FIFA World Cup 2026
Sports | Jun 24, 2026, 08:04 PM ISTFive teams have been knocked out of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as teams battle it out to stay in contention for the round of 32 stage. Panama have become the latest ones to have been eliminated head of the knockouts of the tournament.
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Will Neymar play against Scotland in FIFA World Cup 2026? Coach breaks silence
Football | Jun 24, 2026, 07:30 PM ISTNeymar picked up a calf injury during Santos' clash against Coritiba on May 17 and has been on the sidelines ever since. He missed both the first two matches for Brazil in the FIFA World Cup 2026 but has resumed training ahead of their final outing against Scotland.
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List of teams to have qualified for World Cup round of 32 stage after Colombia book knockouts spot
Football | Jun 26, 2026, 01:00 PM ISTSeven teams have booked their spot for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockouts after Colombia became the latest one to enter the next stage. Co-hosts Mexico and the USA were the first two to reach the next stage as teams fight it out for the remaining places in the World Cup knockouts.
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First time in 60 years! England achieve major unwanted record after goalless draw with Ghana
Football | Jun 24, 2026, 04:29 PM ISTEngland had possession and control and made several attempts at the Ghana goal, but were denied by strong defending and stellar goalkeeping, as the Three Lions were held to a goalless draw. England have now achieved a major unwanted record at the World Cup.
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Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on prospect of facing Lionel Messi for first time in FIFA World Cup
Football | Jun 24, 2026, 12:58 PM ISTCristiano Ronaldo bounced back in style as he scored a brace during Portugal's World Cup clash against Uzbekistan following a disappointing outing against the DR Congo in their opener. Ronaldo opened up on the prospect of facing Lionel Messi up ahead in the knockouts.
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Cristiano Ronaldo stars as Portugal decimate Uzbekistan in FIFA World Cup 2026 with dominant 5-0 win
Football | Jun 24, 2026, 02:10 AM ISTPortugal was extremely dominant as the side took on Uzbekistan in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, registering a 5-0 victory, the side has now reached the top of their group and are in line to qualify for the knockouts.