Preview - Group F: Tunisia v Japan

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Preview - Group F: Tunisia v Japan

Guadalupe: Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu admitted to being wary of opposite number Herve Renard after the former Saudi Arabia tactician was appointed to lead Tunisia in the nations' Group F clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Saturday.

Renard took over from Sabri Lamouchi after the Tunisians lost 5-1 in their group opener against Sweden on Sunday as the North African nation attempt to reignite their challenge for a place in the knockout rounds.

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Group D: United States 2-0 Australia

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026

Group D: United States 2-0 Australia

Seattle: Australia's FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage hopes suffered a setback after a 2-0 defeat to the United States in their Group D clash on Friday.

Victory meant the US advanced to the knockout rounds with a game to spare while Australia will have to defeat Paraguay on Thursday to be absolutely sure of continuing their journey.

Uzbekistan earn Cannavaro's respect

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Uzbekistan earn Cannavaro's respect

Ciudad de Mexico: It may have ended in defeat but head coach Fabio Cannavaro praised his Uzbekistan players for their determination and focus in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K tie against Colombia on Wednesday.

The Central Asian side, making their debut on the global stage, could have been overcome by the occasion but instead made Colombia work hard for the win.

Martinez admits Portugal paid the price for being overly cautious

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Martinez admits Portugal paid the price for being overly cautious

Houston: Roberto Martinez felt scoring early worked against Portugal after the European side were held to a 1-1 draw by Congo DR in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match on Wednesday.

Touted as potential champions, Portugal took the lead through Joao Neves in the sixth minute, with Yoane Wissa equalising.

Despite their star-studded cast, Portugal failed to find the winner as Congo DR held out for a deserved draw.

Kane: Tuchel team talk transformed 'nervy' England

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Kane: Tuchel team talk transformed 'nervy' England

Arlington: Captain Harry Kane credited Thomas Tuchel with delivering a half-time team talk that propelled England to a 4-2 win over Croatia to launch their FIFA World Cup 2026 title bid on Wednesday.

Kane scored twice in the first half of a chaotic encounter in Texas, one a retaken penalty, only for 2018 runners-up Croatia to fight back to go in 2-2 at the break.

England started the second half with a bang, Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham galloping down the wing before pinging the ball into the bottom corner.

One of the favourites to win the tournament in North America, England conjured up numerous chances after that through Kane, Bellingham and Nico O'Reilly, before substitute Marcus Rashford wrapped up the three points.

Defeat leaves Panama heartbroken

Thu, 18 Jun, 2026

Defeat leaves Panama heartbroken

Houston: Panama head coach Thomas Christiansen was left to rue on a missed opportunity after his side suffered a last-gasp defeat to Ghana in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L tie on Wednesday.

The Central American side looked set for a share of the points but were hit right at the very end, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring ⁠the winner for Ghana in fifth minute of added time.