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Will USA’s Folarin Balogun play on Monday against Belgium after red card appeal controversy?

Folarin Balogun was sent off following a VAR review in USA’s 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32, meaning he was set to serve a one-match ban at the World Cup. However, following an intervention by US president Donald Trump , Fifa announced on Sunday that…

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Photos of Balogun's red-card foul at center of FIFA controversy to lift US striker's suspension

FIFA’s decision to lift the automatic suspension of U.S. forward Folarin Balogun has caused an uproar. Balogun was red-carded against Bosnia-Herzegovina last week in the round of 32 but shockingly cleared to play against Belgium on Monday in Seattle in the round of 16. The Belgian federation was making a…

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Argentina vs Cape Verde prediction as Lionel Messi show rolls into Miami

Argentina face a defiant Cape Verde outfit in the Round of 32 after beating the oddsmakers and qualifying for the knockouts at their first World Cup

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After Cristiano Ronaldo’s knockout breakthrough, spotlight turns to Lionel Messi as Argentina face Cape Verde

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup knockout goal sets the stage for Lionel Messi. Argentina, heavily favored, faces an underdog Cape Verde side in the Round of 32. While Cape Verde aims for a historic upset, Argentina, boasting elite talent and World Cup pedigree, is focused on respecting their opponent. The football…

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World Cup Knockout Stage Red and Yellow Card Rules Explained

Yellow cards are wiped at two separate points during the 2026 World Cup, giving players a reset and reducing the risk of missing key late-stage matches.

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Who do England play next in the World Cup?

England prevailed 2-1 against DR Congo in the Round of 32, but who will the Three Lions face next?

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Belgium vs Senegal prediction: Will the World Cup's greatest underachievers get past this Senegalese hurdle?

Belgium take on Senegal in the Round of 32, in what is likely to be one of the 2026 World Cup's more unpredictable matches

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Today Match Schedule (2 July): India Time, full fixtures, match timings, venues, latest standings and other details

FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule for 2 July: Football fever grips India as the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 heats up on July 2. Fans can witness thrilling encounters including Spain vs. Austria and Portugal vs. Croatia. Early morning matches on July 2 feature Belgium vs. Senegal…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Today Match Schedule (1 July) India Time: USA vs Bosnia, Mexico vs Ecuador, England vs DR Congo and Belgium vs Senegal in Round of 32 Action

FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule for 1 July: Football fever grips India as the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage heats up with three thrilling Round of 32 clashes on July 1st. Mexico faces Ecuador, England takes on DR Congo, and Belgium meets Senegal. All matches are do-or-die encounters,…

The Economic Times

Canada reach new heights as the Netherlands prepare to face Morocco

Co-hosts Canada beat South Africa 1-0 to advance in the knockout round for the first-ever time at a World Cup. Meanwhile Monday's action will see the Netherlands take on Morocco in one of the most hotly anticipated games of the Round of 32. Brazil will face Japan and Germany play…

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Brazil vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction: Economist who nailed last three World Cup winners makes shocking call

Brazil vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: An economist's unique model, which accurately predicted the last three World Cup winners, has made a stunning forecast for FIFA World Cup 2026. Joachim Klement's econometric analysis suggests Japan will upset tournament favorites Brazil in the Round of 32. This…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Bracket: Check full round of 32 fixtures, knockout schedule and tournament format; Full schedule

FIFA World Cup 2026 Bracket: The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stage begins Sunday with South Africa facing Canada. The Round of 32 bracket is set, featuring intense single-elimination matches where only winners advance. Giants like Germany, Brazil, France, England, Portugal, Spain, and Argentina are all in contention. A highly…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Cristiano Ronaldo equals second-highest World Cup appearances as Portugal reach Round of 32

Cristiano Ronaldo achieved a significant FIFA World Cup milestone, equaling Lothar Matthaus's 25 appearances, placing him second only to Lionel Messi. Despite Portugal's goalless draw against Colombia, both teams advanced to the Round of 32. Ronaldo also extended his unusual offside record. Colombia secured top spot in Group K, with…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Nine of ten African teams qualify for Round of 32

Africa has rewritten FIFA World Cup history after an unprecedented nine of its 10 teams from the continent secured places in the Round of 32 in the 2026 tournament, smashing the previous record of just two African teams reaching the knockout stage in a single edition.

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World Cup 2026: Algeria and Austria advance after dramatic draw, knock Iran out of group stage

Austria fought back to salvage a dramatic 3-3 draw with Algeria in their final World Cup Group J match on Saturday, with two stoppage-time goals securing both teams a place in the Round of 32 and eliminating Iran. Argentina topped the group, while Austria finished second and Algeria advanced among…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 current standings: Argentina, France, Mexico and Brazil top groups as Round of 32 begins from tomorrow; Check full knockout fixtures

The FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage has concluded, with 12 teams, including powerhouses like Brazil, Germany, and Argentina, securing top spots. Mexico and France achieved perfect nine-point records. Several traditional giants and emerging nations have advanced to the expanded 32-team knockout round, promising an exciting conclusion to the tournament.

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Jordan vs Argentina prediction: Lionel Messi Golden Boot bid suffers blow

Argentina have already booked their place in the Round of 32 where they will meet plucky Cape Verde

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Algeria vs Austria prediction: Mutually beneficial result set to eliminate Scotland

Algeria and Austria can play out a draw tonight and both qualify for the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup

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World Cup 2026 live streaming: When and where to watch Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Portugal, Argentina match?

World Cup teams eliminated: The expansion to 48 teams in the World Cup has added intrigue — and in some cases, the confusion — over which 32 teams advance, with tiebreakers coming into play.

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FIFA World Cup: Dembele's quick-fire treble powers France to 4-1 win over second-string Norway

Ousmane Dembele dazzled with a stunning first-half hat-trick, leading France to a decisive 4-1 victory over a reserve Norway team in World Cup Group I. This triumph, dedicated to manager Didier Deschamps, elevates France into the Round of 32 with great momentum. Meanwhile, Norway, already qualified, opted for a lighter…

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France top World Cup group as Dembélé's first-half treble downs second-string Norway

Ballon ⁠d'Or ⁠winner Ousmane Dembélé scored three goals in just 25 minutes as France defeated Norway's reserves 4-1 to seal top spot in Group I on Friday, while Senegal kept their hopes of a World Cup knockouts spot alive with a crushing victory over Iraq. Read our liveblog to see…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Head coach Popovic hails Australia's 'wonderful achievement' as Socceroos seal Round of 32 berth

The draw was enough to secure Australia's second place in Group D after earlier results saw them defeat Turkey 2-0 and lose 2-0 to the United States. It marks Australia's third appearance in the World Cup knockout stage and their second successive qualification for the Round of 32.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: Qualified teams, eliminated nations and knockout stage picture explained

The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage is taking shape as the group phase nears its end. Powerhouses like Argentina, Brazil, and France have secured their spots in the Round of 32, alongside co-hosts Mexico and the USA. Meanwhile, several nations have been eliminated, and the race for the remaining…

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South Africa write history while Neymar makes first appearance

After a disastrous start at the World Cup, Bafana Bafana have qualified for the knockout stage for the first-ever time. The squad beat South Korea 1-0 in their last group stage game to reach the Round of 32. Meanwhile superstar Neymar came in as a substitute for Brazil to the…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 results: Who won yesterday (June 24)? England held by Ghana, Croatia stay alive; Brazil, Morocco and Switzerland advance

England stumbled to a goalless draw against Ghana, while Croatia kept their knockout dreams alive with a crucial 1-0 win over Panama. Colombia secured their Round of 32 spot with a victory over DR Congo. Elsewhere, Switzerland topped their group, Bosnia and Herzegovina reignited their hopes, Morocco advanced, and Brazil…

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