It was all Germany for the entirety of the first half. Paraguay understandably sat back in a low block to frustrate its opponents and hit back on the counter. Though the counter-a

After Stephen Eustáquio’s late winner for Canada against South Africa in the first knockout game of the World Cup, coach Jesse Marsch gathered his players on the field and told them: “You are Canadian heroes.

Formidable France is back on the field for the World Cup round of 32, welcoming its coach back to the sideline after a one-game absence. So is Norway, which rowed into North Texas for its first knockout match in 28 years.

Brazil take on dark horses Japan in the World Cup round of 32 at NRG Stadium in Houston today. Brazil topped their group to reach the knockout stage, while Japan finished as runners-up in Group F. The winners of today’s game will face either Ivory Coast or Norway in New York for a place in the quarter-finals.

Follow live updates and coverage on the 2026 World Cup as three knockout matches are set for today, starting with Brazil vs. Japan.

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With the 2026 World Cup here, it’s time to rank all 48 teams from 48 to 1 based on how likely they are to win it all. MORE — Daily schedule for 2026 World Cup We will update this ranking throughout the tournament,

Here's which players in the knockout stages who have been booked and are at risk of a suspension.