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World Cup highlights: Curacao earn historic point as Tunisia eliminated

We're into double digits at the FIFA World Cup as we reach day 10, and the headlines keep rolling with Curacao making history against Ecuador and Japan ending Tunisia's hopes at the tournament.

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This is serious: Seattle creates atmosphere to dream as USA roll on at World Cup

The stereotype of soccer in the USA is that it is a sideshow to ‘America’s sports’ - on Friday it took centre stage.

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Almiron becomes first player at World Cup to be dismissed for covering mouth

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron made unwanted history during his side's Group D game with Turkey, after being sent off for covering his mouth 'in a confrontational manner' whilst talking to Turkey's Mert Muldur.

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Pochettino wants to keep belief high as USA nears history at World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino insisted USA's dreams have not changed for this World Cup as they booked their spot in the round of 32 thanks to a 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle

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Australia’s Popovic admits team selection should have been different after loss to USA

Australia manager Tony Popovic believes the squad selection for his side’s 2-0 loss to the USA made a big impact the outcome of the game after a first half that he described as “lethargic”.

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World Cup highlights: Mexico first team to qualify for knockouts as Canada rout Qatar

Day Eight at the World Cup saw eight teams start their second matchday, and it was successful day for two of the hosts with Canada and Mexico experiencing wins.

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Lopetegui insists Madibo horror challenge an 'accident' as Qatar see red against Canada

Qatar head coach Julen Lopetegui believes there was no malice in the challenge that saw Ismael Kone's leg broken by Assim Madibo as his side were thrashed 6-0 by Canada in Vancouver on Thursday.

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Marsch 'crushed' by Kone leg break as Canada make history against Qatar

Canada manager Jesse Marsch said his side were crushed after confirming Ismael Kone suffered a broken leg in their historic 6-0 victory, but vowed that his team would remain focused after moving top of Group B.

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Kone injury overshadows Canada’s historic afternoon in 'Battle of Vancouver'

Canada’s captain, Stephen Estaquio, was the first to raise the alarm. On what should have been a special day for him and his side as they waltzed to a 6-0 victory over Qatar, the image of seeing teammate Ismael Kone writhing on the ground in agony, will be what this encounter will be remembered for.

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World Cup highlights: Saudi Arabia miss out on shock as Iran produce crucial fightback

Not since 1958 have we seen four draws on the same day (from eight matches) at a World Cup, but that is what we saw on day five of the FIFA 2026 World Cup. Despite the results, all of the games provided excitement and tension to keep all of us on the edge of our seats.

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Wait for World Cup win goes on for Egypt as Salah contributes in new role

After 92 years of waiting, what are a few more days for Egypt's long-suffering fans?

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World Cup highlights: Diallo strikes gold for Ivory Coast as Sweden revel in striking duo

Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak starred as Sweden's strike force against Tunisia, whilst Ivory Coast ended Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten run as Day Four's quadruple header lived up to the billing with 19 goals across the encounters.

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Sleepless in Seattle: Frontier city passes vibe check ahead of World Cup bow

Secluded at the tip of the USA’s West Coast, closer to Canada than another World Cup stadium, you could be forgiven for overlooking Seattle as a World Cup destination.

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Life's a Beach for Australia as goalkeeper justifies shock start to live the dream

Two days before Australia's opener against Turkey, a big call was being made by Socceroos' coach, Tony Popovic, that would send shockwaves through the country.

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World Cup highlights: USA get the party started in LA as Canada pick up first-ever point

Two of the FIFA World Cup co-hosts started their tournament on the second day with the USA strolling to a big victory over Paraguay.

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World Cup highlights: Mexico begin with win as South Korea outlast Czech Republic

The World Cup across the Americas began on Thursday with co-hosts Mexico bagging a 2-0 victory over South Africa, and it was also a winning start for South Korea, who overcame a stern test against the Czech Republic to win 2-1.

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EXCLUSIVE: Axel Witsel treating last World Cup as ‘first one’ ahead of Belgium’s tilt at glory

Axel Witsel is ready to enjoy every moment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Belgium as the midfielder heads to his fourth tournament knowing it may be his last.

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World Cup Group G preview: Belgium lead the way as questions remain over Iran

The 2026 World Cup gets underway on June 11th when co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa in the tournament opener. Over the coming days, Flashscore will preview every pool in depth, with this piece looking at Group G.

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Declan Rice hungry for more at Arsenal despite defeat to PSG in Champions League final

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice vowed his side would come back even stronger next season after their heartbreaking defeat to PSG on penalties in the Champions League final on Saturday evening in Budapest.

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‘It’s brutal’: Odegaard vows to come back stronger after crushing PSG loss on penalties

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard lamented ‘small margins’ for his side’s harrowing loss to PSG on penalties in the Champions League on Saturday evening in Budapest. 

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Champions League final LIVE: PSG win Champions League after Gabriel misses decisive penalty

After a fascinating season in the biggest club competition in the world, the final chapter will be written this evening in Budapest as newly-crowned Premier League champions Arsenal go head-to-head with the holders PSG. It is London vs Paris for the 2025/26 Champions League title - follow it all with us!