Qualifiers
Australia Qualifies for FIFA World Cup Round of 32
Australia has secured qualification for the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup. The team advances to the knockout stage of the tournament.
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Players
Mbappe vs Haaland: Who matters more for their country?
France and Norway face off in a World Cup group decider, with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland both on four goals. Stats show Haaland is even more vital to Norway than Mbappe is to France, but both are prolific. The match will determine top spot in Group I.
Matches
Ecuador Advances to World Cup Knockouts for First Time in 20 Years
Ecuador defeated Germany 2-1 to reach the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in two decades. Scotland's hopes hang in the balance as group stage concludes. Betty Glover and Lloyd Griffith host, with analysis from Mario Melchiot.
Players
Who Am I? Guess the World Cup Star – Clue No. 19
Test your football knowledge with BBC Sport's daily 'Who Am I?' quiz. Each day a new footballer is featured; unlock clues with each wrong guess. Score points by identifying the player in as few attempts as possible.
Teams
Inside England's World Cup camp: The card games boosting team bonding
England players are bonding over card games SkyJo, Wolf, and Imposter during downtime at the World Cup in Kansas City. Jude Bellingham introduced SkyJo, a low-score card game, while the squad also enjoys games similar to The Traitors. Team morale is key as they aim for the final.
Matches
Turkey end World Cup on high with last-gasp win over USA
Turkey defeated the USA 3-2 in their final Group D match at SoFi Stadium, scoring a last-minute winner to end their World Cup campaign on a high note.
Matches
Australia advance, Paraguay close to last 32 after draw
Australia secured their place in the last 32, while Paraguay are almost certain to join them after a drab draw in San Francisco that suited both sides.
Matches
Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1 to top Group F, set up Morocco clash
The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 to secure first place in Group F and advance to the Round of 32, where they will face Morocco. Goals from an own goal by Ellyes Skhiri, Brian Brobbey, and Jan Paul van Hecke sealed the win, while Tunisia's Hazem Mastouri scored a consolation goal.
Matches
Beccacece leads Ecuador to historic World Cup knockout stage
Ecuador coach Sebastian Beccacece secured a historic World Cup knockout berth with a 2-1 win over Germany, after facing potential dismissal. The victory marked only the second time Ecuador advanced past the group stage, following a turbulent campaign.
Matches
New Zealand face decisive Belgium clash in World Cup
All Whites captain Chris Wood and defender Finn Surman are confident ahead of a must-win match against Belgium. After a 3-1 loss to Egypt, New Zealand need a victory to advance in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Matches
USA to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in Round of 32 at 2026 World Cup
The United States will play Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on July 1 at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. Bosnia qualified for the knockout stage for the first time after a 3-1 win over Qatar.
News
Mourinho: I Want Real Madrid Players to Lose at World Cup
José Mourinho jokingly said he wants Real Madrid players to lose early in the World Cup so they return for pre-season in July.
Matches
Ecuador come from behind to beat Germany 2-1, reach World Cup
Ecuador rallied from a goal down to defeat Germany 2-1, with Nilson Angulo and Gonzalo Plata scoring to secure a spot in the World Cup knockout stage as one of the top eight third-placed teams.
Matches
Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockout stage for first time
Ivory Coast defeated Curacao 2-0 in their final Group E match, with Nicolas Pepe scoring twice. The victory secured their first-ever qualification for the knockout stages of the World Cup.
Teams
Ivory Coast and Nicolas Pépé Set for World Cup Round of 32
Ivory Coast is advancing to the World Cup Round of 32, with Nicolas Pépé expected to feature prominently today.
Matches
Plata's quick reaction gives Ecuador lead over Germany
Gonzalo Plata's quick reaction to a flick-on from Kevin Rodriguez gave Ecuador a 2-1 lead over Germany in their World Cup Group E match at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Matches
Germany goal should have been disallowed for dangerous play, say
BBC Sport pundits argue that Alexander Pavlovic's high boot in the build-up to Leroy Sane's goal constituted endangering an opponent and should have been ruled a foul. The incident occurred during the World Cup Group E match between Ecuador and Germany at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Matches
Scotland's World Cup hopes in doubt after Brazil defeat
Scotland's World Cup knockout stage ambitions are in jeopardy after a 3-0 loss to Brazil. Fans express frustration over defensive errors and lack of goals, sparking debate about the squad's quality and future under Steve Clarke.
Players
Neymar: Vinicius Jr is Brazil's star at this World Cup
Neymar praised Vinicius Jr as Brazil's standout player at the World Cup, saying he is deciding games and performing excellently.
Players
Vini Jr: 'I was sure I would shine again for Brazil'
Brazilian forward Vinícius Jr. expressed confidence he would perform for the national team again, saying there is nothing better than returning during the World Cup.