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Mexico-South Africa Fifa World Cup opener sets US English viewership record

The World Cup game between host Mexico and South Africa drew 7.1 million viewers, making it the most-watched opening match for an English-language broadcast in the United States.

The Vozinha's story: Cape Verde's goalie who kept Spanish strikers at bay

As the final whistle blew, Vozinha broke down in tears. For Cape Verde, it was a historic World Cup arrival; for the 40-year-old keeper, the reward for a lifetime of struggle.

Fifa World Cup: Iran salvage 2-2 draw against New Zealand amid flag row

Twice New Zealand took the lead through Eli Just and twice Iran responded, first via veteran defender Ramin Rezaeian and later through Mohamed Mohebi's superb second-half header.

Belgium vs Egypt live streaming: Where to watch today's FIFA WC 2026 match?

Zee5, through its app and website, will live-stream the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Belgium and Egypt

Cabo Verde's wall: World Cup debutants frustrate Spain with draw in Atlanta

Spain registered 12 shots in the first half but failed to find the net, recording their highest first-half shot tally without a goal at a World Cup since managing 14 against Switzerland in 1966

Spain vs Cabo Verde HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Vozinha shines as Cabo Verde held Spain for a 0-0 draw

Spain vs Cabo Verde HIGHLIGHTS: The European champions controlled the tempo from the outset, but were unable to score a goal as Cabo Verde forced them to share one point each

De Bruyne and Salah take centre stage in epic Belgium vs Egypt clash

Egypt will be looking to win their first game in FIFA World Cup history when they go toe-to-toe with Belgium in the Group G opener

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.

Fifa World Cup 2026: Ayari double fires Sweden to 5-1 win over Tunisia

Yasin Ayari scored twice and Sweden showed it belonged at the 2026 World Cup, pounding Tunisia 5-1 to move atop Group F.

Fifa World Cup 2026 faces new controversy as referee gesture sparks outrage

Referee Shaun Evans faces scrutiny after anti-discrimination campaigners accused him of making a hand gesture linked to white supremacist groups during Germany's World Cup match vs Curacao in Houston

UEFA head Ceferin faces criticism over Fifa World Cup expansion remarks

UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin was criticised Sunday by soccer governing bodies in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean for allegedly saying the expanded 48-team World Cup creates uninteresting matches.

Diallo scores in 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast past Ecuador 1-0 in WC

Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast to a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in its first World Cup appearance in a dozen years.

Referee Omar Artan to receive full fee from FIFA despite visa issues

The Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup will still be paid his full tournament fee.

FIFA World Cup: Big boost for Spain! Yamal declared fit to face Cape Verde

Lamine Yamal is in "ideal condition" to play in Spain's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on Monday, coach Luis de la Fuente said.

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.

Fifa World Cup 2026: Germany begin WC quest; Curacao make historic debut

Germany, four-time world champions, begin their campaign against World Cup debutants Curaçao, a Caribbean island of just 158,000 people and the smallest nation ever to reach football's biggest stage

Australia spoils Turkey's return to Football World Cup with a 2-0 victory

Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored and Australia spoiled Turkey's return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years with a 2-0 victory on Saturday night.

Scotland marks 28-year WC absence with 1-0 victory over Haiti in Group C

John McGinn deflected a shot off an opposing defender and past goalkeeper Johny Placide in the 28th minute, and Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 in Group C of the World Cup on Saturday.