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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.
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.
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.
Brazil's record scorer Neymar will miss the team's second World Cup match against Haiti due to a lingering calf injury, the Brazilian football confederation confirmed. He will stay in New Jersey for recovery, while Brazil began their campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco.
Israel Aerospace Industries CEO Boaz Levy said Israel expects to counter Hezbollah's explosive drones within weeks, as France barred Israeli firms from displaying offensive weapons at the Eurosatory defense show in Paris. Levy criticized the French decision, linking it to historical embargoes that spurred Israel's indigenous arms industry. Meanwhile, the 2026 Eurosatory exhibition highlighted drones, robotics, and AI, amid a European rearmament push following NATO's pledge to invest 5% of GDP in defense by 2035.
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, equalling Miroslav Klose's all-time record of 16 goals. The 38-year-old captain, playing in his record sixth World Cup, also marked his 200th international appearance. Algeria has lodged a complaint with FIFA over an unpunished tackle by Messi.
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Senegal, becoming France's all-time top scorer with 58 goals and moving to 14 career World Cup goals, two behind record-holder Miroslav Klose. Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye also found the net in a Group I clash.
Portugal begin their 2026 World Cup campaign against DR Congo in Houston, with Cristiano Ronaldo playing in a record-equalling sixth World Cup at 41. The match also marks DR Congo's first appearance since 1974, while other groups feature England vs Croatia, Ghana vs Panama, and Uzbekistan vs Colombia.
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology has confirmed an El Niño pattern has formed in the tropical Pacific, with forecasts suggesting it could become one of the strongest in seven decades. The event is expected to bring excessive rains to the Americas and dry conditions to Asia, disrupting agriculture and raising food supply concerns. Scientists warn climate change will amplify its effects, while UN Secretary-General urges accelerated action on fossil fuels.
Tunisia have dismissed head coach Sabri Lamouchi after a 5-1 loss to Sweden in their World Cup opener and appointed French coach Hervé Renard for the remainder of the tournament. The move comes as Tunisia face an uphill battle to reach the knockout stage for the first time in their seventh appearance.
Lionel Messi is set to make history as the first player to feature in six World Cups, leading defending champions Argentina in their bid to retain the title. The team opens against Algeria, with coach Lionel Scaloni downplaying favourites tag while praising his captain's enduring form.
Substitute Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to give Ivory Coast a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The win, their first at a World Cup since 2014, ended Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten streak and marked Africa's first victory at the tournament.
Iran's football team landed in Los Angeles for their World Cup opener against New Zealand, marking the first time a host nation receives a country it is at war with. The arrival coincided with the announcement of a US-Iran peace deal, while protests and security measures highlighted the charged atmosphere.
Germany began their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 7-1 victory over debutants Curacao, with Felix Nmecha scoring first and Livano Comenencia equalizing for the Caribbean side. Manuel Neuer, at 40, became the oldest German player to appear in a World Cup, and the match was played in Houston.
The Ghetto Kids, a Ugandan dance group from Kampala's slums, have been invited to perform with Shakira at the 2026 World Cup final halftime show. The invitation came after Shakira saw their video dancing to her World Cup theme song 'Dai Dai.' The group, comprising about 60 members including orphans and children from poor families, sees this as a life-changing opportunity, though their travel may be affected by the Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the DRC.
Celebrations after the New York Knicks' first NBA championship in over 50 years turned chaotic in Manhattan, with a World Cup shuttle bus set alight, a 17-year-old shot in the foot, and dozens arrested. Police described crowds as 'increasingly destructive' as fans clashed with officers in Midtown.
Australia opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over Türkiye in Vancouver, with goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe and a standout goalkeeping display from Patrick Beach. Coach Tony Popovic's decision to drop captain Mat Ryan and vice-captain Jackson Irvine proved decisive, while Irankunda's personal story and celebration drew attention to refugee players at the tournament.
Scotland secured a 1–0 victory over Haiti in their World Cup 2026 Group C opener, with John McGinn scoring the only goal in the 28th minute. The win marks Scotland's first World Cup victory since 1990 and their return to the tournament after a 28-year absence. Haiti, making their first World Cup appearance since 1974, impressed with a spirited second-half performance but lacked the clinical finishing to equalise.
Brazil and Morocco played out a 1-1 draw in their World Cup 2026 Group C opener, with Ismael Saibari and Vinicius Junior trading goals. Morocco later beat Scotland 1-0 and Haiti 4-2, while Scotland secured a 1-0 win over Haiti.