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Brazil's only World Cup without two opening wins was in 1978
Brazil have only once failed to win their first two matches in a World Cup tournament, which occurred in 1978.
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FIFA World Cup's 1000th Match: A Look at Landmark Fixtures
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches its 1000th match, FIFA highlights historic milestone games, from the first matches in 1930 to centenary finals and simultaneous kick-offs.
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Africa's greatest World Cup kits: A ranking of iconic designs
BBC Sport Africa has selected 10 of the continent's most memorable World Cup kits, from Zaire's bold 1974 shirt to Nigeria's iconic 1994 away jersey. Readers are invited to vote for their all-time favourite.
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Scotland vs Morocco: A 1998 World Cup Rematch in 2026
Scotland and Morocco will meet again in Group C of the 2026 World Cup, revisiting their 1998 encounter. Fans recall the historic match from 28 years ago as the teams prepare for a new chapter.
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Scotland World Cup Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of National Team Stars
Ahead of Scotland's World Cup match against Morocco, test your knowledge of Scottish players with at least five World Cup appearances. Can you name them all?
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France 98: Scotland v Morocco World Cup Highlights
Watch highlights of Scotland's last World Cup meeting with Morocco at the France 1998 World Cup.
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Van der Sar and Winter recall 1994 World Cup on FIFA Podcast
Former Netherlands teammates Edwin van der Sar and Aron Winter join the FIFA Podcast to reminisce about the 1994 World Cup in the US, their quarterfinal loss to Brazil, and the quality of players like Dennis Bergkamp.
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Sami Al-Jaber recounts World Cup journey on FIFA Podcast
Saudi legend Sami Al-Jaber shares memories of his four World Cup appearances on The FIFA Podcast, from childhood dreams inspired by the 1986 tournament to starring in Saudi Arabia's debut finals in 1994.
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New Zealand make World Cup history with first mother-son duo
New Zealand defender Tyler Bindon made his World Cup debut against Iran, creating history as the first mother-son duo to play in the tournament. His mother, Jenny Bindon, represented New Zealand in two Women's World Cups and two Olympics.
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Coaches with the most FIFA World Cup participations
From Carlos Alberto Parreira's record six World Cups to Didier Deschamps and Carlos Queiroz extending their tallies in 2026, meet the ten most experienced head coaches in tournament history.