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Scotland suffered a narrow defeat to Morocco but their World Cup hopes remain alive. Pat Nevin joins the podcast to analyze the performance, while Tim Vickery discusses Brazil's chances. The USA reaches the knockout stages.
A gallery of the best images from matchday 9 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring USA fans in eagle costumes, Brazil's acrobatic defense, and Paraguay's historic win while a man down.
Folarin Balogun has been awarded the FIFA Man of the Match for the second consecutive time, recognizing his outstanding performances.
USA secured a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout phase with a win over Australia. Brazil, Morocco, and Paraguay also improved their chances with victories on Matchday 9, while Haiti and Türkiye were eliminated.
USA defeated Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure a spot in the Round of 32 with a game to spare. Goals from an own goal and Alex Freeman extended the co-hosts' winning streak, marking their first back-to-back World Cup wins since 1930.
Alex Freeman, son of Super Bowl champion Antonio Freeman, scored his first World Cup goal to help the USA defeat Australia 2-0 and advance to the knockout stage. The 21-year-old defender credits his family and coach Mauricio Pochettino for his rapid rise.
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a dominant performance in Seattle, securing qualification for the World Cup round of 32.
Folarin Balogun, the US World Cup star born in Brooklyn due to a travel quirk, would be ineligible for citizenship under President Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The Supreme Court is set to rule on the order as Balogun prepares for the US's second group game.
Mauricio Pochettino calls on fans to believe in his US squad ahead of their World Cup match against Australia. The coach emphasizes mindset and the growth of football in America, while players highlight the tournament's significance.
Mauricio Pochettino's USA have adopted a fluid midfield approach that defies traditional formations, allowing players to roam freely and create mismatches. This tactic was key in their 4-1 win over Paraguay and will be tested against Australia on Friday.
Iran will lodge a formal complaint with FIFA over travel restrictions imposed on its team at the 2026 World Cup. The Football Federation of Iran says visa conditions requiring them to arrive a day before matches and leave the same day are unfair and hinder preparation.
International visitors to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US are sharing viral reactions to American culture, from giant food portions and massive supermarkets to free soda refills and the absence of tax in listed prices.
The first week of the 2026 World Cup saw 75 goals, surprise results, and debates over hydration breaks. Traditional powerhouses were held by underdogs, while hosts USA impressed. The expanded format has so far delivered competitive matches.
A family from Wirral turned a small World Cup trip to the US into a 13-person holiday after relatives feared missing out. They saved for three years, visiting Miami, Las Vegas, and LA to watch games in bars and fan parks.
Germany, Switzerland and Norway players have voiced concerns about venomous snakes at their World Cup base camps in the US. Germany captain Joshua Kimmich reported encountering a copperhead in Winston-Salem, while Swiss players marked a 'snake area' in San Diego.
Gio Reyna scored a stoppage-time goal in USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay and celebrated by mimicking Bebeto's iconic 'rocking the baby' gesture, revealing he and his wife Chloe are expecting their first child. The Borussia Mönchengladbach playmaker had been waiting for the perfect moment to share the news.
Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation have won appeals against US visa rejections, but 11 remain barred. The team has moved its base to Mexico amid tensions. The US has revoked Iran's group-stage ticket allocation, citing security concerns.
Olivier Giroud, former Chelsea and AC Milan teammate of Christian Pulisic, says the US star is mentally and physically ready to lead his country at the World Cup. Giroud praises Pulisic's resilience and maturity, noting the pressure he faces as 'Captain America'.
Rick Edwards and Lloyd Griffith attend their first World Cup match in Los Angeles, witnessing USA's chaotic 4-1 win over Paraguay. They discuss the experience with ESPN's Mark Ogden, while content creators Woody and Kleiny share their journey following England by bus to raise prostate cancer awareness.
Folarin Balogun scored twice as the USA opened their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay at Los Angeles Stadium.
