Canada qualifies for FIFA World Cup 18 finals
The Canadian national team became the first to qualify for the FIFA World Cup round of 16 after defeating South Africa 1-0 in Los Angeles.
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Turkey beat the USA, Australia reach World Cup knockout stage
Australia advanced to World Cup knockout rounds after a goalless draw with Paraguay, the U.S. closed out the group D play with a 3-2 loss to Turkey, The Dutch team defeated Tunisia 3-1, Cote d’Ivoire beat Curacao 2-0 in a Group E match, Ecuador defeated Germany 2-1.
South Africa advances to FIFA World Cup playoffs
South Africa has advanced to the playoffs after beating South Korea 1-0 in round 2 FIFA World Cup group stage match in Mexico. Brazil has made it to the playoffs after defeating Scotland 3-0 in round 3 of the FIFA World Cup group stage in Miami, Florida. Switzerland defeated Canada 2-1 in round 3 of the FIFA World Cup group stage in Vancouver, and both teams have made it to the playoffs.
Colombia defeats DR Congo, England, Ghana play to draw
Colombia defeated the Democratic Republic of the Congo 1-0 in their second-round group stage match to advance to the World Cup knockout round. England and Ghana played to a 0-0 draw in their second-round group stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, The Croatian national football team defeated Panama 1-0, Portugal blanked Uzbekistan 5-0.
US eases restrictions on Iran's World Cup team
The United States eased restrictions on the Iran squad's travel arrangements at the World Cup, allowing them to travel two days before their next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said.
Algeria beats Jordan, France defeats Iraq at World Cup
Algeria beat Jordan 2-1 in a Group J match, France beat Iraq 3:0 in a second-round group-stage match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday.
Messi becomes leading goalscorer in World Cup history
Argentina’s Lionel Messi scored a goal in his team’s match against Austria, becoming become the all-time leading goalscorer in men's World Cup history.
Egypt claims first-ever World Cup match victory
Egypt defeated New Zealand 3-1 in a second-round group stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Spain has defeated Saudi-Arabia 4-0 in round 2, Uruguay and Cabo Verde played out a 2-2 draw in a second-round group stage match.
Iran national football team placed under security in Los Angeles
The Iranian national team arrived in the United States from Mexico a day ahead of their 2026 World Cup match against Belgium, and their hotel is being guarded by police.
Tunisia lose to Japan and exit 2026 World Cup
Two matches in Groups E and F were played at the 2026 World Cup on Saturday night: Ecuador faced Curaçao, while Tunisia played a match with Japan.
Turkey knocked out of 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Turkey national team lost to Paraguay 0:1 in the second round of the World Cup group stage. The match took place in Santa Clara, California, USA.
Brazil defeats Haiti 3:0 in FIFA World Cup match
Brazil defeated Haiti 3:0 in round 1 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage, Morocco defeated Scotland 1:0, the U.S. defeated Australia 2:0.
Uzbekistan suffers defeat to Colombia in World Cup match
Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in a Group K match at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. Ghana defeated Panama 1-0 in a Group L encounter at the FIFA World Cup in Toronto. England beat Croatia 4-2 in their World Cup opener in Dallas, Texas.
Norway national team defeats Iraq in World Cup match
The Norway national team defeated Iraq 4:1 in a group stage match of the FIFA World Cup in Foxborough, United States (Massachusetts).
Iran, New Zealand play to a draw in FIFA World Cup match
Iran tied with New Zealand, Saudi Arabia tied with Uruguay, while Belgium and Egypt also played to a draw in a FIFA World Cup group stage matches.
Iran football team appeals US visa denials for 2026 World Cup
Members of the Iranian national team's delegation have appealed the denial of US visas for travel to the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico defeats South Africa in FIFA World Cup opening match
The national football team of Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Russia defeats Trinidad and Tobago-in friendly football match
The Russian national football team scored 3-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago in an exhibition match played on Tuesday night at a stadium in Russia’s westernmost city of Kaliningrad.
2026 FIFA World Cup tickets for Iran fans revoked
With only two days remaining before the kick-off of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the organizers of the much-anticipated global football championship have decided to revoke the earlier allocated quota for Iranian football fans traveling to North America to support their national team, Reuters reported, citing the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI).
Iranian national team arrives in Mexico ahead of World Cup
The Iranian national football team arrived at Tijuana International Airport in Mexico after relocating from its original base in the US due to logistical issues, visa uncertainties and growing diplomatic tensions. The 70-member football …
