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Late Martinelli strike squeezes Brazil past valiant Japan in World Cup Round of 32

Despite going ahead and dominating the game for long periods, Japan eventually ran out of steam as they were beaten 2-1 by Brazil at Houston Stadium in their FIFA World Cup (WC) Round of 32 fixture.

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World Cup LIVE: Saibari sends Morocco through on penalties against the Netherlands

The Round of 32 continues at the FIFA World Cup today with Brazil facing Japan before Germany and the Netherlands also look to reach the last 16. Follow all the build-up and the day's play with our live updates here!

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Canada strike at the death to break South Africa hearts and book spot in last 16

A stoppage-time strike from Stephen Eustáquio fired co-hosts Canada into the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup after a hard-earned 1-0 triumph over South Africa.

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CAF President Motsepe congratulates African teams for reaching World Cup Round of 32

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe has issued a statement to congratulate the nine Africans who made it past the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is co-hosted in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

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Desabre elated with D.R. Congo’s scoring prowess after reaching World Cup Round of 32

Democratic Republic of Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre has praised the squad for their quick response after going down to Uzbekistan, as they went on to win the final 2026 FIFA World Cup group fixture 3-1 on Saturday.

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Drama at the death as Austria and Algeria claim last knockout places with six-goal draw

Algeria and Austria played out an exhilarating 3-3 draw, with both sides netting in stoppage time, ensuring both nations advanced from Group J into the FIFA World Cup (WC) Round of 32, with Das Nationalteam qualifying from the group stage for the first time since the 1954 finals.

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Messi scores as Argentina go perfect in group stage after downing Jordan

Reigning champions Argentina marched into the FIFA World Cup (WC) Round of 32 as one of three teams with a 100% record so far at the tournament after a routine 3-1 win over Jordan.

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D.R. Congo advance to knockouts for first time after comeback win over Uzbekistan

D.R. Congo came from an early goal down to defeat Uzbekistan 3-1 in Atlanta and seal not only a first-ever FIFA World Cup (WC) win but also a maiden place in the knockout stages of the WC.

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Portugal and Colombia split points in scoreless encounter as La Tricolor top group

Portugal missed the chance to top Group K, playing out a thoroughly entertaining goalless draw with Colombia, which sees the Selecao finish runners-up to Los Cafeteros, who are now unbeaten after 90 minutes in their last four FIFA World Cup (WC) matches against European teams (W2, D2).

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Does Oceania deserve a direct World Cup qualification spot?

New Zealand's winless World Cup in North America proved a let-down for a nation that had waited ⁠16 years for a return to the global stage, and has shone a harsh light on FIFA's decision to give Oceania an automatic qualifying berth.

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Croatia hold off Ghana to finish second in group as both teams advance to knockout stage

Croatia booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after a 2-1 victory over Ghana, extending their unbeaten run against African opposition at the finals to five games (W4, D1).

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England top Panama to win Group L as Canaleros exit tournament without scoring

England secured top spot in Group L with a 2-0 victory over winless Panama at the MetLife Stadium, stretching their unbeaten run against CONCACAF teams to seven games at the FIFA World Cup (WC) finals (W4, D3).

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Japan's cheerleader Minamino embraces 'underdog' tag ahead of clash with Brazil

Japan can beat Brazil in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup last 32 by embracing an "underdog mentality". That's according to Monaco striker, Takumi Minamino.

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Norway coach Solbakken wary of ‘physical’ Ivory Coast in World Cup round of 32

Norway coach Stale Solbakken has revealed Ivory Coast’s biggest strength as the two sides prepare to face in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 fixture at AT&T Stadium (Dallas Stadium) on Tuesday.

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Hossam Hassan says unbeaten Egypt ready to face anyone in World Cup round of 32

Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan has stated that his side will not fear anyone after they booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 on Friday.

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Mehdi Taremi criticises FIFA for 'disaster' World Cup in explosive post-match interview

Iran star Mehdi Taremi criticised FIFA for their ‘disaster’ World Cup off the pitch as his side’s knockout chances hang by a thread following the dramatic 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle on Friday night. 

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Egypt survive late scare to hold onto draw as Iran await knockout round fate

Iran were denied a potentially historic winner in their dramatic 1-1 FIFA World Cup (WC) draw against Egypt, who missed out on top spot in Group G. The Pharaohs will have to be content with second place, while Team Melli have put themselves in a position to claim one of the best third-placed spots.

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Belgium save their best for last in dominant win over New Zealand to top group

Belgium delivered an emphatic 5-1 win over New Zealand in their final group game of the FIFA World Cup (WC), securing progression to the Round of 32 at the expense of the All Whites, whose search for a first-ever WC victory continues.

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Spain edge Uruguay to win group as La Celeste crash out at group stage once again

Two-time champions Uruguay failed to progress to the knockout stages at the FIFA World Cup (WC) in consecutive tournaments after a 1-0 defeat to Group H winners Spain in Guadalajara.

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Cape Verde qualify for knockout stages after goalless draw with Saudi Arabia

Cape Verde made history by qualifying for the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup (WC) in their first-ever appearance at the finals after a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia ensured the Blue Sharks secured second place in Group H.

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OPINION: Sweden pass their Japanese test but not with flying colours

It was "job done" for Sweden after their 1-1 draw against Japan - even if goal scorer Anthony Elanga thought otherwise - which sent them through to the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup.

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South Africa shoot up FIFA rankings on back of World Cup round of 32 qualification

Bafana Bafana have climbed six places in the FIFA World Rankings to their highest position in 11 years following their 1-0 win over South Korea at the World Cup.

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Senegal put five past 10-man Iraq to ignite hopes of making World Cup knockout stages

Senegal will wait with bated breath to learn whether they will qualify for the FIFA World Cup (WC) knockout stages after they secured third place in Group I thanks to a 5-0 win over Iraq, who have now lost all six of their matches at WC finals.

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Dembele dazzles with stunning hat-trick as France beat second-string Norway to top group

France secured top spot in Group I of the FIFA World Cup (WC) thanks to a convincing 4-1 victory over Norway, who fell to just a second defeat in their last 19 internationals.