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Round of 32 Set to Begin at FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 is ready to commence. The tournament continues with knockout-stage matches.
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England Beat Panama to Top Group L at World Cup
England defeated Panama at New York New Jersey Stadium to finish top of Group L in the FIFA World Cup. BBC 5 Live's coverage includes post-match analysis with Alan Shearer, Matthew Upson, Paul Robinson, and interviews with Jude Bellingham, Thomas Tuchel, Marcus Rashford, Ezri Konsa, and Harry Kane.
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World Cup group stage: Best team, moments, matches and players
BBC reporters pick their standout team, player, match and moment from the 2026 World Cup group stage, highlighting France's dominance and Lionel Messi's brilliance.
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World Cup Last 32: Key Matchups and Storylines to Follow
The World Cup knockout stage begins with 16 ties featuring big names, dark horses, and intriguing subplots. From England's path to the final to clashes like Brazil vs Japan and Netherlands vs Morocco, here's why each match matters.
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England's World Cup Knockout Path: From DR Congo to Potential Final
England, having won their group, face DR Congo in the last 32. A potential last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico awaits, with Brazil, Japan, Ivory Coast, or Norway as possible quarter-final opponents. The Three Lions aim for their third major final of the decade.
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Congo DR 3-1 Uzbekistan: Historic comeback seals first knockout berth
Congo DR came from behind to beat Uzbekistan 3-1, securing their first-ever World Cup knockout stage appearance. Goals from Yoane Wissa (2) and Fiston Mayele overturned Eldor Shomurodov's early strike, setting up a Round of 32 clash with England.
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Austria and Algeria Draw 3-3, Both Advance to World Cup Knockout Stage
Austria scored a dramatic late equaliser against Algeria in a 3-3 draw, securing both teams' progression to the World Cup knockout stages and eliminating Iran from Group J.
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Colombia and Portugal play out goalless draw in Miami
Colombia and Portugal played a 0-0 draw in their final Group K match, with Colombia topping the group and Portugal advancing as runners-up. Both teams had numerous chances but failed to score.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage: Records and milestones
Egypt ended a 92-year wait for a World Cup win. Dick Advocaat became the oldest coach at 78. Ousmane Dembele scored the second-fastest hat-trick. Cristiano Ronaldo extended his record to six editions with a goal. Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot race with six goals.
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England vs DR Congo last-32 tie live on BBC
England's World Cup last-32 match against DR Congo will be broadcast live on BBC One and iPlayer. The BBC will also show Spain vs Austria, Portugal vs Croatia, Germany vs Paraguay, and other knockout games. All 16 matches are covered across BBC platforms.