Match results
Match reports, scores, post-match analysis.
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Elfath appointed referee for Netherlands vs Japan in World Cup 2026 Group F opener
Moroccan-born American official Ismail Elfath will take charge of Netherlands vs Japan at AT&T Stadium, the Group F opener at World Cup 2026. Elfath previously refereed Japan's Round of 16 clash against Croatia at the 2022 World Cup.
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Postecoglou warns Japan's caution could cost them against Netherlands in World Cup opener
Ange Postecoglou offered a candid assessment of Japan's risk-averse first half against the Netherlands, warning the Samurai Blue are capable of more despite a goalless stalemate at the break.
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Hokit credits UFC 327 performance for silencing Dana White's doubts ahead of Lewis clash
Josh Hokit says his heavyweight war with Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327 completely changed Dana White's opinion of him. Now 3-0 in the UFC with three post-fight bonuses, Hokit faces Derrick Lewis at UFC White House and is calling out fighters he considers too "lazy" to embrace personality.
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Hakimi stamps on Vinicius's ankle without punishment in Brazil-Morocco draw (1-1)
During Brazil's 1-1 draw with Morocco at the 2026 World Cup, Achraf Hakimi's challenge on Vinicius Junior's ankle sparked controversy: neither Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic nor VAR sanctioned the incident, triggering strong reactions.
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Doué to start, Saliba fit: Deschamps settles on XI for Senegal clash
Two days before France face Senegal in the 2026 World Cup, Didier Deschamps has reportedly decided to start Désiré Doué on the left wing, while William Saliba has been declared fit to play.
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Netherlands and Japan draw 0-0 in Dallas for their 2026 World Cup debuts
The Netherlands and Japan opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a goalless draw (0-0) on Sunday evening at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Dallas, during the first day of the group stage.
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Germany opens 2026 World Cup campaign against Curaçao in Houston
On Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m., Germany begins its 2026 World Cup campaign against Curaçao at NRG Stadium in Houston, in Group E. Neuer, Wirtz and Havertz start in this opening match.
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Brazil and Morocco draw 1-1, Australia stuns Turkey at 2026 World Cup
Brazil and Morocco played to a 1-1 draw in New York in the opening clash of the 2026 World Cup, with Ismael Saibari scoring first before Vinicius Jr equalized. Australia delivered the weekend's surprise by defeating Turkey 2-0 in Group D.
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Brazil rescued by Vinicius Junior as Morocco lead slips in World Cup opener
Brazil were outplayed for long stretches by Morocco at the New York New Jersey Stadium before Vinicius Junior dragged them level to earn a 1-1 draw in their 2026 World Cup opener.
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Matt Holland wonders what Ireland could have achieved at 2002 World Cup had Roy Keane stayed
Former Republic of Ireland midfielder Matt Holland has reflected on the Saipan crisis, describing Roy Keane as the one player every nation at the 2002 World Cup would have wanted — while also recalling the agony of his missed penalty against Spain.
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Scotland stun Haiti to top World Cup Group C above Brazil on opening night
Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 in Boston to sit top of World Cup Group C after matchday one, with John McGinn's deflected 28th-minute strike ending a 36-year wait for a World Cup win. Brazil, held 1-1 by Morocco earlier in the day, trail Clarke's side on goal difference.
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Two charged as England's stolen World Cup equipment valued at £13,500
Two men have been charged by prosecutors in Jackson County, Missouri, after England's equipment was stolen en route to Kansas City ahead of their World Cup 2026 opener against Croatia. The total value of the stolen items, which included analysis whiteboards, has been confirmed at roughly $18,000 (£13,500), with most gear since recovered.
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Piastri 'mind-blown' as Gasly's Monaco podium reinstated despite penalising rival drivers
Oscar Piastri says he is 'perplexed' after FIA stewards reinstated Pierre Gasly's Monaco Grand Prix podium, despite Piastri and George Russell having their races wrecked by the same pitlane speeding penalties that Gasly never served.
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Underdog Daukaus vows to derail Nickal's White House showcase: 'I pose a very big threat'
Kyle Daukaus admits he was caught off guard by his late call-up to the UFC's White House card but insists he is no sacrificial lamb for Bo Nickal, the decorated wrestling prospect with ties to President Trump.
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Colapinto demoted from eighth to 10th after yellow flag penalty at Barcelona GP
Franco Colapinto has been stripped of his eighth-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix after stewards handed the Alpine driver a 10-second penalty for failing to slow sufficiently under yellow flags on lap 40.
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Curacao score their first-ever World Cup goal against Germany in Houston
Curacao made history at the 2026 World Cup, scoring their first-ever goal in the tournament during their Group Stage clash with Germany at the NRG Stadium in Houston. The Caribbean island nation, with a population of just 155,000, is appearing at their maiden World Cup.
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Netherlands face Japan in World Cup 2026 Group F clash of dark horses
Netherlands and Japan meet in Group F at World Cup 2026, with both sides considered among the tournament's most dangerous underdogs. Ronald Koeman's defensively solid Dutch side face a cohesive, pressing Japan team missing Kaoru Mitoma.
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Wolff slams Mercedes' 'worthless race' as Hamilton wins first Ferrari victory in Barcelona
Toto Wolff congratulated Lewis Hamilton on his first win for Ferrari at the Barcelona Grand Prix but did not hide his frustration, describing Mercedes' own afternoon as a worthless race amid an internal team battle and Kimi Antonelli's retirement.
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Germany face Curacao in World Cup 2026 opener with Nagelsmann chasing record fifth title
Germany begin their World Cup 2026 campaign against debutants Curacao in Group E in Texas, with Julian Nagelsmann's side targeting a record-equalling fifth world title. Emma Hayes, Juan Mata and Ian Wright will provide studio analysis for UK viewers.
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Jalal Jayed named referee for Germany vs Curacao at World Cup 2026
Moroccan official Jalal Jayed will take charge of Germany's World Cup 2026 opener against Curacao at NRG Stadium in Houston, becoming the first Moroccan referee at a World Cup since 2002.
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