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Spain defeated Saudi Arabia 4-0 in their second FIFA World Cup group-stage match, with goals from Lamine Yamal, Mikel Oyarzabal, and an own goal by Hasan Tambakti. Spain tops Group H with four points.
Spain faces Saudi Arabia in Atlanta after a scoreless draw with Cabo Verde, while Saudi Arabia drew 1-1 with Uruguay. Other matches include Belgium vs Iran, with travel restrictions affecting Iran, and Germany advancing to the knockouts.
Tunisia became the first African team to be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after a 4-0 defeat to Japan, following a 5-1 loss to Sweden. Coach Hervé Renard, brought in just before the match, announced his departure. Japan's win, with two goals from Ayase Ueda, put them level with the Netherlands on points.
Germany secured a place in the World Cup 2026 knockout stage with a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast in Toronto, with Undav scoring the equalizer and a stoppage-time winner after Franck Kessie's opener.
Turkey were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay, who played most of the match with ten men. Matias Galarza's early goal set a tournament record, while Miguel Almiron received a straight red card for covering his mouth during a confrontation.
Brazil earned their first win of the 2026 World Cup with a 3-0 victory over Haiti in Philadelphia, taking them to the top of Group C with four points, while Haiti were eliminated from the tournament. Matheus Cunha scored twice and Vinicius Junior added a third. Morocco also won, beating Scotland 1-0, and both Brazil and Morocco lead the group.
Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in a World Cup group-stage match, with Matheus Cunha scoring twice and Vinícius Júnior adding a goal and an assist. The victory eliminated Haiti, who qualified for the first time since 1974, while Neymar was sidelined due to a calf injury.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has hit back at US President Donald Trump after he claimed she 'begged' for a photo at the G7 summit, calling his comments 'completely fabricated' and 'senseless'. The dispute has led to the cancellation of a planned US visit by Italy's foreign minister and highlights a growing rift between the two leaders.
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure their spot in the World Cup knockout stages, with Christian Pulisic missing the match due to a calf injury. Alex Freeman and an own goal sealed the win, while Australia now face a decisive final group match against Paraguay.
As Gadi Eisenkot enters the race for prime minister, his English proficiency has become a campaign issue, with critics questioning his ability to represent Israel on the global stage. The debate highlights a trend where Israeli leaders have often been fluent in English, sparking discussions about the importance of language skills in leadership.
A French appeals court confirmed that Achraf Hakimi, captain of Morocco's national team and Paris Saint-Germain defender, will stand trial for an alleged rape of a woman in 2023. Hakimi denies the accusation and says he has been waiting for his day in court. The ruling comes during Morocco's 2026 World Cup campaign.
Mexico became the first team to qualify for the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0 in Guadalajara. Luis Romo scored the decisive goal, and Raul Rangel made a crucial late save to secure top spot in Group A.
Mexico secured a spot in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating South Korea 1-0, with Luis Romo scoring the decisive goal in the 50th minute. The win gives Mexico six points in Group A, ensuring top spot and advancement, while South Korea remains on three points.
Annalena Baerbock highlights the diversity of the German national team as a symbol of a new generation, with eight of 26 players having African roots. The team's composition is seen as significant amid political shifts in Germany.
Canada secured their first-ever men's World Cup victory with a 6-0 thrashing of Qatar in Vancouver, but the win was overshadowed by a serious leg injury to midfielder Ismaël Koné and late-game brawls. Jonathan David scored a hat-trick as Qatar finished with nine men after two red cards.
Switzerland secured a dramatic 4-1 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in their World Cup Group B clash, with substitute Johan Manzambi scoring twice after coming on in the 71st minute. The match erupted in the final 30 minutes, featuring a red card, a stoppage-time penalty, and a late consolation goal for Bosnia.
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi has been granted authorization to enter Canada for the World Cup match against Germany, hours after the national federation said he could not travel due to visa issues. The reversal comes amid an ongoing French investigation into alleged match-fixing related to a yellow card Wahi received in a Ligue 1 game.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US military presence in Europe at a NATO meeting in Brussels on Thursday, criticizing allies for insufficient defense spending and lack of support during the Iran conflict. Hegseth also indicated that US dues to NATO would become conditional on allies meeting spending targets. The review has raised questions about the future of the US commitment to European defense, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte downplaying concerns.
The United Arab Emirates has approved a resolution setting 15 as the minimum age for social media use, with teens aged 15-16 allowed access under enhanced safeguards. Social media platforms have 12 months to comply with age-verification and account removal requirements. The UAE is the first Arab nation to introduce such restrictions.
Teboho Mokoena's late penalty secured a 1-1 draw for South Africa against the Czech Republic in their World Cup Group A match, keeping both teams' hopes of reaching the knockout stages alive. Michal Sadilek had given the Czechs an early lead, but South Africa's resilience earned them a valuable point.