Cannavaro and Lorenzo Set the Tone in Group K at Azteca
Uzbekistan meet Colombia in Mexico City in the opening match, as two renowned coaches each back their chosen tactical setup for the start of the campaign.
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Portugal and England Headline Four World Cup Opening Matches
Six teams kick off their group-stage openers on the same day, with powerhouses such as Portugal and England taking the field in succession.
Messi Hat-Trick in Opener as Argentina Beat Algeria 3-0
Messi scored three goals in Argentina's opening match at the 2026 World Cup as they defeated Algeria 3-0 to top Group J.
USA Riding High After 4-1 Opening Rout of Paraguay
The United States scored four goals in their World Cup opener to set a team record, with a former international calling momentum a key asset as they prepare to face Australia in Seattle on Friday.
Spain vs Cape Verde in World Cup Opener: First-Ever Group H Meeting
Spain will open their 2026 World Cup group stage campaign at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta against Cape Verde. The two sides have never met before, with the tactical battle between De la Fuente and Bubista set to be a key storyline.
Spain held to 0-0 in Group H opener against Cape Verde as Vozinha's 7 saves seal shutout
Spain fired 27 shots but were held to a stalemate in Cape Verde's World Cup debut, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha making seven saves to earn Man of the Match.
Socceroos Beat Turkey 2-0 to Open Group D in Second Place
Australia defeated Turkey 2-0 in their Group D opener, with goals from Irankunda and Metcalfe, and sit second in the group.
Australia vs Turkey to Open Group D in Vancouver
Australia and Turkey will face off at BC Place in Vancouver in the opening match of Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Turkey's eight-match unbeaten run has them leading on form.
Alfaro Says World Cup Return Is Already a Victory as Paraguay Open Against USA
Paraguay head coach Gustavo Alfaro said returning to the World Cup after a 16-year absence is a victory in itself, with his side set to face hosts USA in their opening match. Enciso has recovered well and is expected to be available.
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