Shashwat Nishant

FIFA World Cup 2026 points table: Updated standings for all 12 groups

Here's a look at the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 points table after the completion of Round 1 of the group stage.

Germany vs Ivory Coast HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: GER get 2 wins from 2; NED thump SWE 5-1

Gakpo and Brobbey scored a brace while Summerville came off the bench to score one and bag an assist for Netherlands.

FIFA World Cup 2026 format explained: How will teams qualify for knockouts?

Unlike previous tournaments, where only 16 teams progressed from the group stage, the expanded format allows 32 nations to reach the knockout rounds.

Brazil vs Haiti HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Brazil and Morocco register first wins of the tournament

While Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 earlier, Brazil stole the show with a 3-0 win against Haiti

FIFA World Cup 2026: Why the Golden Boot race could be toughest this year?

Just one round of group-stage matches into the tournament, the race is already crowded with some of the biggest names in football.

Morocco to Cape Verde: Africa's strong start reshaping the WC narrative

Across the United States, Canada and Mexico, African nations have demonstrated that they are no longer content with simply participating.

Neeraj Chopra's return delivers hope and a Commonwealth Games ticket

The Olympic and World Championship medallist may not have returned to the top step of the podium, but his performance in Doha offered plenty of positives as he continues his comeback from an injury.

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 20 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

USA vs Australia at 12:30 AM, followed by Scotland vs Morocco at 3:30 AM, Brazil vs Haiti at 6:00 AM, Türkiye vs Paraguay at 8:30 AM, and concludes with Netherlands vs Sweden at 10:30 PM.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada beat 9-men Qatar 6-0 to register first ever win

Jonathan David scored a hat-trick to cap off the victory for the co-hosts, while Ismael Kone suffered a horrific leg injury that dampened the celebrations.

Tori Penso leads historic all-women refereeing team at FIFA World Cup

Referee Tori Penso, alongside assistant referees Kathryn Nesbitt and Brooke Mayo, became only the second all-female on-field officiating crew to oversee a men's World Cup match.

Neymar's recovery leaves Brazil searching for inspiration at World Cup 2026

Neymar's inclusion in Brazil's World Cup squad was one of the most debated decisions before the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 19 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 19 fixtures (IST): Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (12:30 am), Canada vs Qatar (3:30 am), Mexico vs South Korea (6:30 am).

England vs Croatia HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: ENG beat CRO 4-2; DR Congo stun POR with 1-1 draw

The likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes failed to get the win for Portugal courtesy of a disciplined performance by the debutants Congo.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Tuchel's England impresses in 4-2 win against Croatia

In a thrilling Group L encounter, Harry Kane scored twice while Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford also found the net as Thomas Tuchel's side overcame a spirited Croatian challenge.

FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo blanks as DR Congo earn historic point vs Portugal

While Portugal dominated possession for much of the contest, the African side showcased remarkable discipline, resilience and organisation to frustrate Roberto Martinez's men throughout the evening.

FIFA World Cup 2026 today's schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

Spain vs Cape Verde begins at 9:30 PM IST today. On June 16, Belgium face Egypt at 12:30 AM IST, Uruguay take on Saudi Arabia at 3:30 AM IST, and Iran play New Zealand at 6:30 AM IST.

Netherlands vs Japan HIGHLIGHTS FIFA World Cup: JPN hold NED 2-2 in Dallas; GER humble Curacao 7-1

Four-time world champions Germany humbled World Cup debutants Curaçao 7-1 at Houston's NRG Stadium in their opening Group E fixture.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan rescue late 2-2 draw against Netherlands

The result leaves Group F finely poised, with both teams taking a point from what could prove to be one of the toughest groups of the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Germany thrash debutants Curacao 7-1 in opener

The emphatic victory sends Germany to the top of Group E and provides the perfect start to their pursuit of a fifth World Cup title.

India start women's T20 World Cup campaign with 64-run win over Pakistan

Powered by a classy half-century from Smriti Mandhana and a devastating bowling display led by Deepti Sharma, India begin their campaign with a strong win.