Turkey end World Cup on high with last-gasp win over USA

Turkey come out on top in the last minute of an end-to-end 3-2 win over a second string USA side, in their final Group D match at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.

Tony Popovic vows Socceroos will ‘try and do something special’ in World Cup last 32

Goalless draw against Paraguay secures second place in Group D Australia have seven-day break before knockout game in Dallas Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is already focused on preparations for the team’s last-32 clash in Dallas next week after his side’s composed 0-0 draw with Paraguay that booked a place in the World Cup knockout rounds. the identity of Australia’s next opponents is yet to be decided – it will be either Egypt, Belgium, Iran or New Zealand – but the date and time are alread...

By Jack Snape at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium

World Cup 2026: Turkiye beat US 3-2 with stoppage-time goal in dead rubber

Kaan Ayhan scored the winner late in stoppage time as Turkiye handed the US their first defeat of 2026 FIFA World Cup.

USA scores second-fastest goal in team World Cup history in group-stage finale vs. Turkey

Auston Trusty scored his first international goal three minutes into the USMNT match against Turkey, putting the Americans ahead 1-0 in Los Angeles.

Netherlands to provide €178m to help Ukraine prepare for winter

The Netherlands will provide €178 million (approx. US$202.6 million) to prepare Ukraine for winter and develop distributed generation, and the country is also preparing to transfer decommissioned gas turbines to Ukraine as early as this autumn.

By Iryna Kutielieva

Quick hits: Ecuador does the impossible, Sweden trains the house down

Ecuador's wildest dreams come true, the Swedes get a rude shock at training and a piece of World Cup history goes up for sale. Here are today's quick hits.

Germany poor in loss to Ecuador at 2026 World Cup

Germany had already qualified for the knockouts of the 2026 World Cup, but their performance was still disappointing in a 2-1 defeat.

World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast make history by reaching the knockout stage

Ivory Coast have reached the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in four appearances after defeating Curaçao 2-0 on Thursday. The Elephants finished second in their group and will face either France or Norway in the Round of 16 on June 30.

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Netherlands power past Tunisia to seal top spot in World Cup group

Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey grabbed his third goal of the tournament as the Dutch comfortably won Group F

By Greg Evans

Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash

Japan reach World Cup last 32 after 1-1 draw with Sweden on 26 June, prompting celebrations across Tokyo. , sparking huge celebrations in Tokyo’s Shibuya. They now face Brazil in the knockout stage.

How can India qualify for T20 World Cup semi-final after South Africa beat Netherlands?

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Where to Watch USA vs. Turkey World Cup Match Live Online

The U.S. Men's National Soccer Team will take on Turkey in the final Group D match of the 2026 World Cup.

By Erin Lassner

Australia reach FIFA World Cup knockout phase after goalless draw with Paraguay

Australia booked their place in the World Cup’s round of 32 on Thursday with a cagey 0-0 draw against Paraguay that delighted pragmatic coach Tony Popovic but left the South Americans with a nervous wait to see if they will advance. In a physical, scrappy contest at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Paraguay pushed late after being dominated early but it ended with the Socceroos holding on to make the tournament’s knockout phase for a third time, four years after reaching the last 16 in Qatar. ...

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Netherlands cruise past Tunisia, Sweden draw with Japan to keep their World Cup alive

Netherlands cruise past Tunisia to clinch top spot, set up Morocco clash The Netherlands breezed into the World Cup knockouts as Group F winners with a commanding 3-1 victory over Tunisia on a rain-soaked Thursday, capitalising on another poor display from their hapless opponents to set up a round-of-32 clash with Morocco. A thunderstorm warning […]

Japan advances to World Cup knockout stage after draw with Sweden

Japan faces Brazil in the round of 32 on Monday in ​Houston.

World Cup 2026: Japan v Sweden, Tunisia v Netherlands

Group F concludes with the Netherlands taking on already eliminated Tunisia and Japan facing Sweden.

Watch: Socceroos secure spot in World Cup knockouts, as Türkiye beats co-host USA

The Socceroos and Paraguay ended 0-0, while already-eliminated Türkiye nabbed a 3-2 victory over the United States.

Cape Verde, the FIFA World Cup 2026 underdog with unexpected Moroccan Jewish roots

According to the Cape Verde Jewish Heritage Project, Sephardi Jews from Morocco and Gibraltar settled in Cabo Verde in the mid-19th century, after Portugal abolished the Inquisition in 1821.

World Cup fever drives surge in youth football enrolment in Singapore

The tournament is inspiring more children to take up football, while sales of jerseys, boots and collectibles have also risen.

Video Shows Car Plowing Into World Cup Fans in Mexico, 17 Injured

Absolute chaos erupted in Mexico after a car plowed through a crowd celebrating the country's World Cup win -- leaving multiple people injured in a terrifying scene caught on camera. Check out this video, filmed by TikTok user @verodejesus4 in Cabo…

By TMZ Staff

Ecuador shock Germany to reach World Cup last 32 as Curaçao ousted

Ecuador pulled off a major upset against Germany on Thursday to secure a place in the round of 32 of the World Cup, as the Netherlands, Japan and Ivory Coast also advanced and the...

See Kylie Jenner, Travis Scott's Kids Stormi & Aire at World Cup Game

Kylie Jenner and Travis Scott's kids are kickin' it at the 2026 World Cup. Stormi Webster and Aire Webster joined Scott (born Jacques Webster II) at the Portugal vs. Uzbekistan game in the "Sicko...

By Gabrielle Chung

Plata, Pepe dream bigger after Ecuador, Ivory Coast clinch historic knockout berths - The Daily Star

Plata, Pepe dream bigger after Ecuador, Ivory Coast clinch historic knockout berths  The Daily Star

Netherlands to allocate €178M to help Ukraine prepare for winter

At the Ukraine Recovery Conference (URC‑2026) in Gdańsk, Ukraine and the Netherlands signed a Roadmap for cooperation in the energy sector.

Oranje through to World Cup knock out with 3-1 win over Tunisia

The Netherlands secured their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup on Thursday with a 3-1 victory over...

By Robin Pascoe

Three African teams through to World Cup round of 32

Three African teams, Morocco, South Africa, and Côte d’Ivoire, have advanced to the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, showcasing a strong performance from Africa Read More: https://punchng.com/three-african-teams-through-to-world-cup-round-of-32/

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Ecuador makes history with World Cup comeback Vs Germany as nation celebrates emotional last-32 qualification

La Tricolor came from behind to beat Germany 2-1, securing a historic place in the knockout stage and sparking scenes of joy across Ecuador The post Ecuador makes history with World Cup comeback Vs Germany as nation celebrates emotional last-32 qualification appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Αλεξία Αμβράζη

Oranje coach, captain satisfied with win; Thousands of Kansas locals join Dutch fan walk

National coach Ronald Koeman is largely satisfied with Oranje’s performance in the victorious match against Tunisia, but there were some sloppy moments.

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Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to reach World Cup knockout stage

Ivory Coast finish with six points in Group E with this victory following their opening 1-0 win over Ecuador and a 2-1 loss to Germany. The post Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to reach World Cup knockout stage appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

World Cup: Australia and Paraguay play out draw which suits both

Australia sealed their passage to the last 32, and Paraguay are almost certain to join them after they shared a drab draw in San Francisco, which suited both sides.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Netherlands Avoid Major World Cup Blow as Tunisia Win Sets Up Big Morocco Clash - Newstrack English

Netherlands Avoid Major World Cup Blow as Tunisia Win Sets Up Big Morocco Clash  Newstrack English

Ivory Coast into World Cup knockout round for 1st time as Pépé scores twice in 2-0 win over Curaçao - The New Indian Express

Ivory Coast into World Cup knockout round for 1st time as Pépé scores twice in 2-0 win over Curaçao  The New Indian Express