Solbakken expects 'big impact' from Haaland

Boston: Norway head coach Stale Solbakken says star striker Erling Haaland is poised to make a "very big impact" as his country returns to the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 28 years.

Preview - Group I: Iraq v Norway

Foxborough: Iraq will be determined to mark their return to the global stage with victory against heavily-fancied Norway in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group I opener on Tuesday.

Preview - Group J: Austria v Jordan

Santa Clara: Jordan will spare no effort in ensuring a grand start to their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J campaign against Austria on Tuesday.

Mixed feelings for Japan's Moriyasu

Arlington: Hajime Moriyasu admitted he had mixed feelings following Japan's 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F tie on Sunday.

Group H: Saudi Arabia 1-1 Uruguay

Miami Gardens: Saudi Arabia displayed immense defensive resilience to hold Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in Group H of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Monday.

Group G: IR Iran 2-2 New Zealand

Inglewood: Islamic Republic of Iran twice battled back for a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in their opening FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match on Monday.