<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" standalone="yes"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><atom:link href="https://www.bundesliga.com/rss/en/rss-liveticker.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title>Bundesliga Liveticker</title><description>The latest match livetickers from bundesliga.com via RSS-Feed</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga</link><language>en-gb</language><image><title>Bundesliga Liveticker</title><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga</link><url>https://www.bundesliga.com/assets/logo/bundesliga_logo_hor_RGB_pos.png</url></image><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:58:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/norwegen-vs-frankreich/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:52:31 GMT</pubDate><title>World Cup today: Norwegen - Frankreich | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>World Cup today: Norwegen - Frankreich | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/norwegen-vs-frankreich/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AL_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281327533.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3372px,2249px" alt="Deschamps to miss Norway clash"/><figcaption><strong>Deschamps to miss Norway clash</strong> France head coach Didier Deschamps (l.) will miss France's final World Cup group game against Norway due to a family emergency, the French Football Federation (FFF) has confirmed. Assistant coach Guy Stephan (r.) will take charge of the squad until Deschamps returns.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078754321.jpg?crop=0px,324px,4860px,3240px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Both nations have qualified for the round of 32 after victories on Matchday 2. But with both level on the maximum six points, first place is up for grabs here. The Group I winners will face a third-place team but would also be on course to meet Germany in the last 16, while the runner-up will play the runner-up from Group E.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282856280.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2001px" alt="Last time out: Norway"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Norway</strong> Bundesliga duo Julian Ryerson (Borussia Dortmund) and Antonio Nusa (RB Leipzig) lined up for Norway against Senegal. Former Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland (pictured) added to a first-half opener from Marcus Pedersen before restoring his nation's two-goal cushion as the two teams played out a five-goal thriller. Norway's 3-2 victory secured their place in the round of 32. However, Ryerson went off injured early in the first half.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078603735.jpg?crop=936px%2C79px%2C2785px%2C1862px" alt="Last time out: France"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: France</strong> Bayern Munich's Michael Olise assisted Kylian Mbappé, who scored twice, for his first of the evening against Iraq. Former Borussia Dortmund attacker Ousmane Dembélé added a third for France to secure Les Bleu's place in the knockout rounds.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Norway take on France in the final game of Group I, kicking off at 8pm CEST in Boston.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/senegal-vs-irak/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:13:33 GMT</pubDate><title>World Cup today: Senegal - Irak | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>World Cup today: Senegal - Irak | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/senegal-vs-irak/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AM_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078585130.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4096px,2731px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Although both nations are without a point after two matches, neither are eliminated from the World Cup given this head-to-head assignment to round out the group stage. A win for either side could see them advance as one of the eight best third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078763362.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4904px,3270px" alt="Last time out: Senegal"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Senegal</strong> Bayern Munich loanee Nicolas Jackson assisted Ismaila Sarr for Senegal's second, which arrived in stoppage time, but it was too late as the African nation succumbed to a 3-2 defeat against Norway.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282299540.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2737px,1824px" alt="Last time out: Iraq"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Iraq</strong> Iraq kept Kylian Mbappé at bay for 14 minutes as France took a slender 1-0 lead into the break before a weather delay suspended the restart for over two hours. Goals from Mbappé and former Borussia Dortmund attacker Ousmane Dembélé in the second period inflicted successive defeats on Graham Arnold's side, who could yet qualify for the knockout stages with victory here.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Senegal take on Iraq in the final game of Group I, kicking off at 8pm CEST in Toronto.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/tuerkei-vs-usa/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:05:29 GMT</pubDate><title>World Cup today: Türkei - USA | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>World Cup today: Türkei - USA | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/tuerkei-vs-usa/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439R_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282840885.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3785px,2524px" alt="Full-time: Türkiye 3-2 US"/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: Türkiye 3-2 US</strong> Ayhan wins it at the death for Türkiye, who, already eliminated, pick up their only win of the tournament. For the US, who struck through Trusty and Berhalter, changes disrupted their flow but they'll be lessons learned ahead of their round of 32 game against Bosnia and Herzegovina. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Türkiye win it!</strong> With the last kick of the game, Ayhan bundles the ball home from close range! Uzun's effort is deflected into the path of the former Schalke defender, who was never going to miss from there.</p><p><strong>⚽ 90+8' Kaan Ayhan (3-2)</strong></p><p><strong>Two new faces</strong> Kahveci and Müldür come on for Türkiye, in place of Aydın and Yılmaz.</p><p><strong>Into added time</strong> The fourth official has signalled seven additional minutes but with Trusty down injured, they'll likely be more added on.</p><p><strong>Defensive change</strong> Montella reacts by bringing on a defender with Ayhan replacing goalscorer Kökçü.</p><p><strong>US change</strong> Former Schalke midfielder McKennie is replaced by current Bayer Leverkusen player Tillman.</p><p><strong>Double change</strong> Montella makes his first changes, with Eintracht Frankfurt's Uzun replacing Yıldız, and former Freiburg defender Söyüncü on for Çelik.</p><p><strong>Safe hands</strong> Yıldız has been Türkiye's best player in the second period. He shows his marker one way and then the other before firing an effort towards goal, but Turner is alert to the situation to deny the Juventus attacker.</p><p><strong>Wide!</strong> Wow! So close from Pulisic. He collects the short corner, drifts towards a central position before firing a ferocious left-footed effort towards goal, which sails agonisingly wide of Çakır's right post.</p><p><strong>Triple change</strong> Dest, Zendejas and Freeman enter the fray for the US in place of Reyna, Aaronson and Scally.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078847566.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Flashed wide!"/><figcaption><strong>Flashed wide!</strong> Yıldız collects the ball on the left, cuts inside and bends one with his right foot, but it's narrowly wide of Turner's post.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>We're back under way</strong> It's level pegging with around 20 minutes left.</p><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> A stoppage in play as the players take on fluids.</p><p><strong>Off the post!</strong> The introduction of Pulisic has lifted this game to a new level. He gets a foot on the end of Scally's cross, his effort finding the post. Can the US find a winner here with around 30 minutes remaining?</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282835996.jpg?crop=0px,21px,5268px,3512px" alt="Pulisic denied!"/><figcaption><strong>Pulisic denied!</strong> Berhalter clips a ball over the top into the path of Pulisic who charges down on goal. The Milan attacker takes the shot on himself, forcing a save from Çakır, with Pepi demanding the ball in the middle. Aaronson was unable to react quick enough, firing the rebound wide.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Almost perfect</strong> Reyna spots Pulisic's perfectly timed run behind Türkiye's high line but Çelik is on hand to thwart the danger as the former Borussia Dortmund man bears down on goal.</p><p><strong>First change</strong> After recovering from a calf injury, Pulisic is given a hero's welcome as he replaces Weah.</p><p><strong>US improved</strong> Pochettino's charges are forcing Türkiye to kick the ball long. Güler and Co. have been unable to replicate their passing rhythm in the opening exchanges of the second period.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283359122.jpg?crop=0px,70px,4605px,3073px" alt="Berhalter equalises!"/><figcaption><strong>Berhalter equalises!</strong> McKenzie's trademark long throw is only cleared as far as Berhalter, who arrows the ball into the bottom corner from the edge of the box. There was no chance of stopping that!</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 49' Sebastian Berhalter (2-2)</strong></p><p><strong>Repeated script </strong> The US have started the second period in control, just like they did the first. Reyna and Weah have been busy down the left, but Türkiye's defence have stood firm.</p><p><strong>Off we go</strong> Türkiye get the ball rolling for the second half.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078845833.jpg?crop=0px,27px,4000px,2667px" alt="Half-time: Türkiye 2-1 US"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Türkiye 2-1 US</strong> Pochettino's side started on the front foot and took an early lead through Trusty, but Türkiye grew in confidence and equalised moments later via Güler, who would then play a key role in his nation's go-ahead goal. Elmalı's low cross found Kökçü to give Montella's Türkiye a deserved lead, their first goals of the tournament, heading into the break.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Over!</strong> Berhalter's corners have proved dangerous and this time his outswinging corner is met by the rising Trusty, who heads narrowly over.</p><p><strong>Into stoppage time</strong> The fourth official has signalled six additional minutes at the end of the first half.</p><p><strong>McKennie from distance!</strong> The Juventus man takes aim from range and the ball bounces just before Çakır, but Türkiye's custodian pulls off a save.</p><p><strong>In search of an equaliser</strong> McKennie plays a superb ball over the top behind Türkiye's high defensive line into the path of Weah. His first touch initially lets him down but he's able to regain his composure before firing his cross, which is cut out by Çakır, low into the middle.</p><p><strong>Growing in confidence</strong> After an initial shaky start, Türkiye have found their rhythm. They're playing some lovely intecreate passing through the US' press and are putting their opponents on the back foot. They've responded well after going behind.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078846277.jpg?crop=0px,5px,4000px,2667px" alt="Türkiye lead!"/><figcaption><strong>Türkiye lead!</strong> It's a lovely passing move from Montella's men. Güler plays a perfectly weighted ball into the path of the overlapping Elmalı, who fires the ball low across goal where Yılmaz is on hand to fire his nation into the lead.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 31' Barış Alper Yılmaz (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>McKenzie called offside</strong> The US defender has the ball in the back of the net, but he's offside after Robinson's header forced Çakır into a save following a corner.</p><p><strong>Play resumes</strong> Fluids have been taken on and the action gets back under way.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283354254.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4968px,3311px" alt="1-1 stalemate"/><figcaption><strong>1-1 stalemate</strong> It's level pegging with Borussia Mönchengladbach's Reyna (r.) heavily involved in the action so far on his first start at this summer's edition of the World Cup.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Play comes to a halt whilst both sets of players take on fluids.</p><p><strong>First booking</strong> US midfielder Berhalter is the first name into the referee's notebook after arriving late on Özcan.</p><p><strong>Game plan</strong> The US continue to escape Türkiye's press and look to break down their right through quick transitions. It's working so far and Montella's side are struggling to contain Aaronson and Co.</p><p><strong>Shot blocked</strong> McKennie progresses the ball down the right before finding Aaronson. His first attempt is blocked but his second forces a save from Çakır down low.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283354192.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3204px,2137px" alt="Güler equalises!"/><figcaption><strong>Güler equalises!</strong> That was sheer determination from Türkiye's No.8. Progressing the ball, he plays a one-two with Yılmaz before showing his composure to finish past Turner.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 10' Arda Güler (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Confidence is flowing</strong> The US are swarming their opponents, forcing a turnover and then playing their way out of trouble. Pochettino's men are oozing confidence.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282823100.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3484px,2323px" alt="US lead!"/><figcaption><strong>US lead!</strong> It's Berhalter again who whips an in-swinging corner from the left towards the far post, where it's met by Trusty. The US defender fires a ferocious effort low and hard past Çakır. There was no stopping that one!</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 3' Auston Trusty (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Trusty denied</strong> Berhalter takes the resulting corner which eventually finds its way to Trusty, who forces Çakır down low, turning the ball behind for another corner.</p><p><strong>Early chance</strong> Reyna has an early sighter, striking the ball towards goal which is blocked and out for a corner. </p><p><strong>Away we go</strong> US get us under way, kicking the ball out for a throw-in in Türkiye's defensive third.</p><p><strong>Kick-off approaching</strong> We're moments away from the national anthems and a ball being kicked as both teams make their way out of the tunnel and onto the pitch.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2280602481.jpg?crop=0px,0px,7539px,5026px" alt="Hitting new heights"/><figcaption><strong>Hitting new heights</strong> Victories against Paraguay and Australia is the first time the US have won back-to-back matches in the World Cup for the first time since the inaugural edition in 1930. The co-hosts have never won three consecutive World Cup games in a row.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078663197.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4395px,2930px" alt="US opponents confirmed"/><figcaption><strong>US opponents confirmed</strong> Pochettino's US will play Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on Thursday morning (2am CEST).</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283346475.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3309px,2205px" alt="Pulisic still out"/><figcaption><strong>Pulisic still out</strong> US superstar Christian Pulisic is rested once again for this one. He lasted only 45 minutes of the team's opener against Paraguay before being taken off with a knock to his calf. He did not feature at all last week against Australia, and Pochettino is taking no risks with him today with a view to the round of 32. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283346788.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5381px,3588px" alt="More on that Türkiye team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Türkiye team</strong> Head coach Vincenzo Montella has likewise made considerable changes to his team, who have already been knocked out of the competition. Only four players keep their places in the wake of last week's 1-0 loss against Paraguay: Arda Güler, Kenan Yıldız, goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır, and Abdülkerim Bardakcı. Former Hamburg and Leverkusen midfielder Hakan Çalhanoğlu (pictured arriving in Los Angeles) is among those to drop to the bench.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283346496.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2293px,1528px" alt="More on that US team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that US team</strong> Head coach Mauricio Pochettino has made wholesale changes to his side, giving minutes to players who have not featured as much yet. Weston McKennie and Ricardo Pepi are the only players to retain their places from the team that began against Australia last Friday, with Gladbach duo Gio Reyna (pictured) and Joe Scally among those to be named in the starting line-up for this one. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Türkiye subs</strong> Günok, Bayındır, Demiral, Söyüncü, Muldur, Kadıoğlu, Akaydın, Çalhanoğlu, Yüksek, Ayhan, Aktürkoğlu, Gül, Kahveci, Akgün, Uzun</p><p><strong>USA subs</strong> Freese, Brady, Dest, Richards, A. Robinson, Ream, Freeman, Arfsten, Adams, Tillman, Pulisic, Wright, Balogun, Zendejas</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078647243.jpg?crop=0px,22px,3198px,2133px" alt="Pochettino eyes three straight wins"/><figcaption><strong>Pochettino eyes three straight wins</strong> "We have achieved what we wanted first of all by qualifying for the next stage but now it is important to compete in the best way [...] We want to go to the next stage with three victories."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078446805.jpg?crop=0px,21px,3789px,2528px" alt="Gio Reyna to shine again?"/><figcaption><strong>Gio Reyna to shine again?</strong> The Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder scored in the USA's opening-game victory over Paraguay, but was only a last-minute substitute in the triumph against Australia. With Mauricio Pochettino's men having already secured top spot in the group, will he be given the chance to start here?</figcaption></figure><p><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Mostly pride, with the US already through as group winners and Türkiye eliminated.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282397169.jpg?crop=0px,32px,5857px,3908px" alt="Last time out: USA"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: USA</strong> A Cameron Burgess own goal and an Alex Freeman header fired the host nation to a 2-0 victory over Australia on Matchday 2, meaning Mauricio Pochettino's side are guaranteed a place in the next round after taking the maximum six points from their opening two games.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282444579.jpg?crop=0px,34px,4198px,2798px" alt="Last time out: Türkiye"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Türkiye</strong> Matías Galarza's goal for Paraguay inside two minutes proved the difference as Türkiye suffered a second consecutive shock defeat, meaning Eintracht Frankfurt's Can Uzun and Hoffenheim's Ozan Kabak have now been eliminated from the tournament. Türkiye will be playing for pride against the USA.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Türkiye take on co-hosts USA in the final game of Group D, kicking off at 3am CEST in Los Angeles.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/paraguay-vs-australien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 03:58:16 GMT</pubDate><title>World Cup today: Paraguay - Australien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>World Cup today: Paraguay - Australien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/paraguay-vs-australien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439S_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078536431.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4000px,2667px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Paraguay will qualify as runners-up with a win. Anything else would see Australia go through in second, though the South Americans would still be in with a shot at advancing as one of the eight best third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282436576.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3976px,2651px" alt="Last time out: Paraguay"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Paraguay</strong> Despite a first-half red card for star Miguel Almirón, 10-man Paraguay stunned Türkiye 1-0 courtesy of Matías Galarza's lightning-fast opener, leaving the South Americans level on three points with the Socceroos ahead of their final group stage game.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282403096.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5448px,3633px" alt="Last time out: Australia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Australia</strong> Australia suffered a 2-0 defeat at the hands of the tournament co-hosts USA but - thanks to their curtain-raising victory over Türkiye and a superior goal difference to that of opponents Paraguay - the Socceroos and St. Pauli pair of Jackson Irvine and Connor Metcalfe remain well-placed to qualify for the next round.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Paraguay take on Australia in the final game of Group D, kicking off at 3am CEST in the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/japan-vs-schweden/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:58:41 GMT</pubDate><title>Japan - Schweden | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Japan - Schweden | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/japan-vs-schweden/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043A3_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078843279.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6274px,4183px" alt="Full-time: Japan 1-1 Sweden"/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: Japan 1-1 Sweden</strong> Maeda opened the scoring for Japan just before the hour mark but Sweden responded well and equalised moments later through Elanga's superb strike from range. Potter's Sweden pushed for a winning goal and came close to finding one through Isak, but a 1-1 stalemate sees both teams advance to the round of 32. Japan as runner-up to the Netherlands, and Sweden as one of eight best third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Crossbar!</strong> Ayari's corner is met by the head of Isak, who forces Suzuki into another save, tipping the ball onto the crossbar. Another golden opportunity goes begging for the Swedes.</p><p><strong>Chance to win it!</strong> Nygren finds Elanga who strikes the ball with his right foot this time, but Suzuki is alert to the situation and makes a fine save to keep the scores level.</p><p><strong>Into added time</strong> The fourth official has signalled an additional seven minutes. Can either side find a winner?</p><p><strong>Last throw of the dice</strong> Potter makes two changes, introducing Nygren and Starfelt in place of Gudmundsson and Lindelöf.</p><p><strong>Gyökeres booked</strong> The Arsenal forward goes into the book for halting Kamada, who protected the ball brilliantly. </p><p><strong>Half-chance for Japan!</strong> Kamada clips in a dangerous cross from deep into the path of Ogawa but, at full stretch, the Japanese forward is unable to guide his effort on target.</p><p><strong>Sweden eye winner</strong> Since going behind, the momentum has swung in Sweden's favour. Elanga's equaliser has turned their performance up a notch whilst the hydration break hasn't disrupted their play. Potter's side are on top here, and Japan are struggling to break out of their defensive block.</p><p><strong>Pushing for the go-ahead goal</strong> Ayari clips the ball in, but Japan are able to clear their lines. Sweden then win a corner but Suzuki is able to punch clear. Sema then sees his follow-up effort blocked.</p><p><strong>Gyökeres halted</strong> Substitute Taniguchi is shown Japan's first yellow for a foul on Gyökeres, which gives Sweden a free-kick in a dangerous position.</p><p><strong>Changes for both teams</strong> Borussia Dortmund's Svensson, and Sema, enter the fray for Sweden, whilst Nagatomo and Watanabe replace Nakamura and Seko for Japan.</p><p><strong>As things stand</strong> With around 20 minutes remaining, Japan will play Brazil in the round of 32 while Sweden remain in a strong position to advance as one of eight best third-placed teams on four points.</p><p><strong>Play resumes</strong> Suzuki gets play back under way.</p><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Play comes to a halt whilst both sets of players take on fluids. What a game we have here.</p><p><strong>Double change</strong> Japan respond by making two changes with the introduction of Ito and Ogawa in place of Dōan and Ueda.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283345639.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3195px,2129px" alt="Equaliser! "/><figcaption><strong>Equaliser! </strong> What a response from Sweden! Elanga with an absolute beauty! A superb left-footed curling effort from outside of the area past Suzuki. It doesn't get much better than that.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 62' Anthony David Junior Elanga (1-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283345462.jpg?crop=0px,289px,4250px,2834px" alt="Breakthrough!"/><figcaption><strong>Breakthrough!</strong> Sugawara plays the ball, with pace, into the feet of Dōan who flicks the ball around the corner and plays a one-two with Ueda. Receiving the ball back, Japan's captain slots a superb through ball into the path of Maeda who makes no mistake in slotting the ball past Zetterström.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 56' Daizen Maeda (1-0)</strong></p><p><strong>Offside!</strong> Dōan clips in a delicious ball towards the far post into the path of Kamada, who strikes the ball on the volley, forcing Zetterström into a point blank save. Sweden's custodian knew little about that, but Japan's No.15 was offside. </p><p><strong>Bergvall wins a corner</strong> Down the other end, Bergvall wins a corner but Lagerbielke is unable to guide his header on target.</p><p><strong>Early sighter</strong> Tanaka, who has been a central figure in Japan's midfield, takes aim from just outside of the D, but his effort sails over Zetterström's crossbar.</p><p><strong>As things stand</strong> The Netherlands lead Tunisia 2-0 in the corresponding Group F fixture, meaning that Japan will play Brazil in the round of 32 and, as things stand, Sweden will progress to the knockout stages as one of eight best third-placed teams.</p><p><strong>Up and running</strong> Japan get the second half under way. Who will find the breakthrough?</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078841063.jpg?crop=4px,0px,2991px,1997px" alt="Half-time: Japan 0-0 Sweden"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Japan 0-0 Sweden</strong> Potter's Sweden started on the front foot but after riding the early wave of pressure, Japan grew in confidence and created the better chances. Maeda's glancing header was an early warning sign but the best chance arrived through Nakamura, who forced Zetterström into a superb save down low. It's all to play for in the second half.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Cleared</strong> Sweden are unable to capitalise on the chance, allowing Japan to clear.</p><p><strong>Gyökeres forces corner</strong> A chance for Sweden here just before the break after Gyökeres' effort takes two deflections.</p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> The fourth official has signalled five additional minutes.</p><p><strong>Nakamura denied!</strong> That's more like it! Maeda cushions the ball for Nakamura, who curls his right-footed effort in a crowded penalty area towards the bottom corner which leaves Zetterström scrambling. Sweden's No.1 tips the ball behind for a corner, which doesn't amount to anything.</p><p><strong>From range</strong> Neither side has been able to create a clear-cut chance, but Sugawara tests Zetterström from distance with a low driven shot, although Sweden's custodian is equal to it.</p><p><strong>Another change</strong> Japan make a change of their own. Taniguchi replaces former Borussia Mönchengladbach defender Itakura, who gives the armband to Dōan.</p><p><strong>Forced change</strong> That's Hien's game over. The Atalanta defender is replaced by Bergvall, who slots into midfield, meaning that Lindelöf will drop into the back three.</p><p><strong>Hien receives treatment</strong> Sugawara whips in a dangerous cross which leaves the Swedish defence scrambling. Hien, in an attempt to intercept the ball, goes down with no one around him. </p><p><strong>First booking</strong> Japan have plenty of pace in their front line and that was evident there. Ueda turns Hien and puts on the afterburners, but the Swedish defender halts Japan's attack and is shown the game's first yellow card.</p><p><strong>Route one</strong> Sugawara plays a long diagonal ball into the path of Ueda, but the Feyenoord striker is unable to shrug off to Sweden defenders.</p><p><strong>Play resumes</strong> We're back under way as both teams go in search of the lead.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078840659.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4195px,2797px" alt="Hydration break"/><figcaption><strong>Hydration break</strong> Play comes to a halt whilst both sets of players take on fluids.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Glancing header</strong> Japan work it brilliantly down the left but Maeda glances his header over Zetterström's crossbar after a pinpoint cross from Nakamura.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282802568.jpg?crop=0px,113px,4520px,3017px" alt="Level pegging"/><figcaption><strong>Level pegging</strong> There's nothing to separate the two nations so far. Sweden put Japan on the back foot in the opening exchanges, but the Samurai Blue have responded well in what's proving a physical battle in the middle.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Shot blocked</strong> Suzuki showcases his distribution by playing an inch-perfect ball onto the head of Ueda, who cushions it down as Japan initiate an attack which eventually leads to Dōan cutting inside, but the Frankfurt attacker sees his left-footed attempt blocked.</p><p><strong>Growing in confidence</strong> After riding the early wave of Sweden pressure, Japan are starting to assert themselves into the game, in particular looking for a ball in behind for the pacey Maeda down the right flank.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078839982.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3632px,2421px" alt="It's all Sweden"/><figcaption><strong>It's all Sweden</strong> Potter's side continue to press for the opening goal and their first shot arrives via Bernhardsson. The Holstein Kiel man cuts inside from the right and shoots towards goal with his left foot, but it's a tame effort which is saved comfortably by Suzuki.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Early possession</strong> Sweden are getting a good feel for the ball in the opening exchanges. Ayari breaks the press but is halted by Dōan.</p><p><strong>Stroud forces the corner</strong> Sweden have started on the front foot. Attacking down their left, Stroud wins an early corner which is taken by Ayari but Suzuki is able to punch clear.</p><p><strong>Off we go!</strong> Sweden get the ball rolling..</p><p><strong>Kick-off approaching</strong> The teams make their way out of the tunnel. We're moments away from the national anthems and a ball being kicked in Dallas, USA.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078838315.jpg?crop=58px,225px,5158px,3441px" alt="Warm-ups ongoing"/><figcaption><strong>Warm-ups ongoing</strong> After making his Sweden debut in January 2023, Holstein Kiel's Alexander Bernhardsson (l.) earns his 14th cap tonight, starting a third successive World Cup game.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282567896.jpg?crop=128px,121px,4487px,2998px" alt="Daichi Kamada in focus"/><figcaption><strong>Daichi Kamada in focus</strong> The former Eintracht Frankfurt man has two goals to his name in North America. The current Crystal Palace player scored a late equaliser against the Netherlands on Matchday 1 before opening the scoring in Japan's 4-0 victory over Tunisia.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078529708.jpg?crop=22px,88px,3666px,2443px" alt="More on that Japan team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Japan team</strong> Eintracht Frankfurt attacker Ritsu Dōan (pictured) retains his place but, like Graham Potter, Hajime Moriyasu also makes three changes to his team. Bundesliga's Kaishu Sano (Mainz) drops to the bench in place for Werder Bremen's Yukinari Sugawara. Ayumu Seko replaces Takehiro Tomiyasu in defence and Daizen Maeda comes in for Junya Ito.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078693157.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="More on that Sweden team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Sweden team</strong> Holstein Kiel's Alexander Bernhardsson (l.) retains his place but Graham Potter makes three changes to his Sweden team that suffered a 5-1 loss against the Netherlands on Matchday 2. It's the same back three, but Jacob Widell Zetterström replaces Kristoffer Nordfeldt in goal. Elliot Stroud and Anthony Elanga come in for Benjamin Nygren and Jesper Karlström.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Japan subs</strong> Osako, Hayakawa, Taniguchi, Nagatomo, Watanabe, Tomiyasu, Suzuki, Ito, Suzuki, Sano, Machino, Goto, Ogawa, Shiogai</p><p><strong>Sweden subs</strong> Johansson, Nordfeldt, Johansson, Svensson, Ekdal, Starfelt, Smith, Bergvall, Nygren, Sema, Karlstrom, Svanberg, Zeneli, Nilsson, Ali</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078739881.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4589px,3056px" alt="Bundesliga stars contribute to Japan's Tunisia win"/><figcaption><strong>Bundesliga stars contribute to Japan's Tunisia win</strong> In that aforementioed win over Tunisia, Sano and Itakura both provided assists. Itakura, meanwhile, completed more passes than any other player with 85.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282569275.jpg?crop=0px,41px,3693px,2462px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Japan are second behind the Netherlands in Group F with four points, trailing the Dutch on goal difference. The Samurai Blue's big victory last time out means that even a narrow defeat here would very likely be enough to see them progress as one of the best eight third-placed teams. Sweden, meanwhile, need to win to finish in the top two. They could mathematically still claim top spot in the group with a win here, but only if the Dutch fail to beat Tunisia.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282574659.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4589px,3059px" alt="Last time out: Japan"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Japan</strong> Japan picked up their first win of the tournament as they proved too much for Tunisia in a 4-0 victory. Ex-Eintracht Frankfurt man Daichi Kamada was on the scoresheet, with Ritsu Dōan, Hiroki Ito, Ko Itakura, Yukinari Sugawara, Kaishū Sano and Yuito Suzuki all playing a part.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078694975.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5245px,3497px" alt="Last time out: Sweden"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Sweden</strong> The Scandinavians were put to the sword by the Netherlands in their last outing, succumbing 5-1. Borussia Dortmund left-back Daniel Svensson and Wolfsburg's Mattias Svanberg were unused substitutes throughout.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Japan take on Sweden in the final game of Group F, kicking off at midnight CEST in Dallas.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/tunesien-vs-niederlande/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:54:21 GMT</pubDate><title>Tunesien - Niederlande | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Tunesien - Niederlande | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/tunesien-vs-niederlande/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043A4_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>⚽ 62' Jan Paul van Hecke (1-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 54' Hazem Mastouri (1-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 7' Brian Brobbey (0-2)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078540457.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6787px,4525px" alt="Khedira's tournament to come to an end"/><figcaption><strong>Khedira's tournament to come to an end</strong> Union Berlin's Rani Khedira, who made his Tunisia debut in March this year, will play his final match of the tournament here. While he will be disappointed at the way the competition has played out for him and his teammates, and he can proud to have played on the biggest stage of all. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281974058.jpg?crop=3px,0px,2566px,1715px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> The Netherlands start Matchday 3 in first place in Group F. They are all but certain to advance, regardless of their result against Tunisia, though they will be keen to win here to seal top spot. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282567896.jpg?crop=0px,32px,4616px,3081px" alt="Last time out: Tunisia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Tunisia</strong> A second straight Group F loss - this time to Japan - eliminated the Africans from the competition. The contest ended 4-0.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282522393.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4814px,3209px" alt="Last time out: The Netherlands"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: The Netherlands</strong> The Oranje moved top of their group thanks to a crushing 5-1 win over Sweden in Houston. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two apiece for Ronald Koeman's side, before Anthony Elanga pulled one back and Crysencio Summerville added the gloss.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Tunisia take on the Netherlands in the final game of Group F, kicking off at midnight CEST in Kansas City.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/curacao-vs-elfenbeinkueste/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:57:26 GMT</pubDate><title>Curacao - Elfenbeinküste | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Curacao - Elfenbeinküste | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/curacao-vs-elfenbeinkueste/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439X_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>⚽ 64' Nicolas Pépé (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 7' Nicolas Pépé (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281009231.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4143px,2762px" alt="Catch him if you can"/><figcaption><strong>Catch him if you can</strong> RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande has made 16 dribbles at the World Cup, which is the most of any player over the first two rounds of group fixtures. It's also the most by an African teenager at any World Cup over the last 60 years.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282535135.jpg?crop=0px,34px,4916px,3281px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Côte d’Ivoire are well-placed to take second spot in this group, needing only a draw from this game to do so thanks to their opening win over Ecuador. Curaçao, meanwhile, would finish second if they prevail and Ecuador do not get the better of group winners Germany. A draw would not be enough to see them through to the next round, but would still contribute to a fantastic maiden participation in the competition given they are the smallest nation to ever play at the World Cup.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078700761_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4054px,2706px" alt="Last time out: Côte d’Ivoire"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Côte d’Ivoire</strong> Franck Kessié put the Ivorians ahead against Germany after 30 minutes in Toronto, but Deniz Undav's brace off the bench left them empty-handed and with only second place or one of the eight best third-placed finishes to compete for.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078708415.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4987px,3325px" alt="Last time out: Curaçao"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Curaçao</strong> The Caribbean nation made history by earning their first point at the World Cup finals thanks to a goalless draw against Ecuador in Kansas City, where goalkeeper Eloy Room made a record-equalling 15 saves.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Curaçao take on Côte d’Ivoire in the final game of Group E of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 9pm CEST in Philadelphia.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/ecuador-vs-deutschland/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:58:33 GMT</pubDate><title>Ecuador - Deutschland | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Ecuador - Deutschland | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/ecuador-vs-deutschland/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439Y_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282795726.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3039px,2026px" alt="Full-time: Ecuador 2-1 Germany"/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: Ecuador 2-1 Germany</strong> Ecuador manage a major upset to rescue knockout-round qualification from the jaws of defeat thanks to Plata's late second-half strike - only their second of the tournament. Germany had already booked their spot in the Round of 32 as Group E winners, but defeat will no less sting Julian Nagelsmann and his players, who suffer their first defeat of the tournament, bringing an 11-game winning streak to a close. For Ecuador, however, this victory marks only the second time they have reached the knockout rounds of a World Cup.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Wild effort</strong> Following a long throw-in from Beier, the ball is cleared high before dropping for Groß, who tries with an ambitious left-footed half-volley on the turn. His effort flies high and wide of the mark.</p><p><strong>Side netting!</strong> Groß flicks a ball round the corner for Undav with a deft touch following a ball in from the left. Germany's super sub wriggles free of his marker before unleashing a powerful left-footed effort from a tight angle, but he can only find the side netting. A few of the Germany fans thought that was in...</p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> A minimum of seven minutes have been added on. Are there any more twists in the tale here in New Jersey?</p><p><strong>Raum delivers</strong> Estupiñán brings Beier down with a foul high up on the right German flank. Raum comes across to take it, aiming for Groß at the near post, but Estupiñán is first to the header, clearing it behind for a corner. Raum takes again, but this time, Ecuador clear properly.</p><p><strong>Final changes</strong> Beccacece makes his final substitutions of the match as he introduces Torres and Caicedo for Yeboah and Angulo. Will the South Americans be able to hold this lead?</p><p><strong>Stiller putting his body on the line</strong> Yeboah cuts the ball back from the byline to Plata in the Germany box, but before the goalscorer can get another shot off, Stiller comes storming across to get in the way, taking a blow in the process. The Stuttgart man was straight back to his feet, however.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283329150.jpg?crop=28px,0px,5123px,3421px" alt="Plata fires Ecuador ahead!"/><figcaption><strong>Plata fires Ecuador ahead!</strong> Ecuador have turned the game around! From Vite's right-sided corner, Rodríguez flicks the ball on at the near post. Right in front of goal, with Neuer stretching to make the save, Plata gets a foot to it and redirects the ball in under the crossbar from the tightest of angles, sending the Ecuador fans into raptures.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 77' Gonzalo Plata (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Almost the brace!</strong> Sané finds himself in a position to shoot and dummies well to send his marker to the ground, but his follow-up effort is scuffed and lands straight into Galíndez's arms.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283328962.jpg?crop=26px,0px,3786px,2525px" alt="Defensive mix-up!"/><figcaption><strong>Defensive mix-up!</strong> A huge chance for Ecuador! There's some miscommunication between Tah and Neuer as the defender shields the ball from Rodríguez but then pokes it away just before the goalkeeper can gather it. Rodríguez pulls it back to Caicedo, whose shot is met by Plata in the middle, but he can't divert it on target.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Once again, there's a pause in play whilst both sets of players rehydrate.</p><p><strong>Vite gets a foot in</strong> Wirtz brilliantly knocks the ball past Caicedo in the middle of the park and gets it back from Undav near the edge of the penalty area. However, Vite steps in to clear the danger for Ecuador before a shot materialises.</p><p><strong>Substitutions on both sides</strong> Rodríguez and Preciado come on as fresh legs for Ecuador whilst Beier replaces Nmecha. With attacking alterations made on both sides, it seems neither side is satisfied with a draw...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282794206.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8640px,5760px" alt="Germany counter"/><figcaption><strong>Germany counter</strong> Wirtz immediately spearheads a counter-attack up the other end for Germany. Isolated, he lets fly, but his shot is blocked. It falls to Raum who digs out a cross towards Undav at the far post, but Galíndez plucks it out of the sky under pressure from the Stuttgart striker.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Neuer called into action</strong> Yeboah tees up Valencia on the edge of the box, who lashes an effort back across goal on the half-volley, but it's beaten away by Germany's veteran custodian. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078835874.jpg?crop=0px,13px,4782px,3188px" alt="Double change"/><figcaption><strong>Double change</strong> Nagelsmann goes to the bench again to try and change his side's current fortunes. Thiaw replaces Kimmich in defence and super sub Undav comes on in place of Havertz, much to the joy of the German contingent inside the stadium.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Entering a lull</strong> Much of the play is taking place in the middle of the park of late. Frequent fouls and misplaced passes are currently disrupting the flow of the game, but Germany are trying to establish themselves in possession.</p><p><strong>Caught under his feet</strong> Sané drives at his marker down the right flank before attempting to break into the Ecuador box, but he forfeits possession after tripping over the ball. </p><p><strong>Yeboah forces the corner</strong> The winger twists and turns down the right flank to make space for a cross, but Raum sticks with him all the way before putting in a good block. Ecuador deliver an outswinging corner from the right, but Germany are first to the ball to head it clear.</p><p><strong>Franco booked</strong> The right-back is the latest player to go into the book for illegally preventing Germany from taking a quick throw-in.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282791671.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5569px,3711px" alt="No penalty!"/><figcaption><strong>No penalty!</strong> Germany thought they had a penalty after the referee had pointed to the spot following a challenge on Havertz by Ordóñez, but it has since been overturned following a VAR review. Sané had committed a foul in the build-up.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Back underway!</strong> Ecuador get the second half underway. Nagelsmann makes one change at the break, withdrawing the cautioned Pavlović for Stiller.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283320057.jpg?crop=32px,0px,5702px,3804px" alt="Half-time: Ecuador 1-1 Germany"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Ecuador 1-1 Germany</strong> It's level pegging at the interval in Germany's final Group E outing. It took Nagelsmann's side just two minutes to establish their lead through Sané, but Ecuador drew level minutes later thanks to Angulo's long-ranged stunner, which marked the South American's first goal of the tournament. Given that it's a must-win for Ecuador, Germany had to weather a lot of pressure throughout the half, with Tah proving integral at the back. Musiala and Wirtz have been Germany's brightest sparks in attack, but Nagelsmann's side will need to hone their precision after the interval if they're to claim their first perfect group-stage campaign since hosting in 2006.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Bundling through</strong> Wirtz brings down a cross from the left inside the Ecuador box. Under pressure from three defenders, he can't make space for the shot and the South Americans recover possession.</p><p><strong>Tah clears</strong> As he has done so often this half, Tah is first to the ball inside his own box to clear the danger for Germany, this time courtesy of a cross from former Werkself teammate Hincapié.</p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> A minimum of four additional minutes have been indicated. Will there be late drama in the first half here?</p><p><strong>Quickfire bookings</strong> Both sides are shown their first yellow cards of the match in rapid succession. Hincapié is cautioned for impeding Sané by pulling his shirt before Pavlović's name is taken for a foul on Valencia.</p><p><strong>Clever run</strong> Musiala looks along the line to stay onside before latching onto a through ball from Raum down the left flank. Waiting for support to arrive, he stands his man up before trying to pick Havertz out with a low cross using the outside of his right boot. However, the ball is cleared from the six-yard box before it can reach the former Leverkusen star.</p><p><strong>Bursting from deep</strong> Nmecha gets into his stride in the middle of the park before attempting an effort from just over 20 yards out. His shot is blocked at source, however.</p><p><strong>Musiala forces the corner</strong> Wirtz drives at the opposition defence from the heart of midfield. To his left, Musiala had made a good run in behind, and the Liverpool man finds him, but the No.10's left-footed strike is blocked by a last-ditch attempt from Ordóñez. Germany don't make anything of the resultant set-piece.</p><p><strong>Tah holds firm</strong> A counter-attack opens up for Ecuador. Goalscorer Angulo drives at Rüdiger before attempting to release Valencia to his right, but his pass forces the veteran forward wide and his subsequent shot is blocked well by Tah.</p><p><strong>Back underway</strong> Thirsts have been quenched, and play resumes.</p><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Play comes to a halt whilst both sets of players take on fluids to try and beat the heat.</p><p><strong>Straight at Galíndez </strong> Raum fires a trademark cross in from deep on the left flank. Havertz is the target, and the Leipzig man finds that target with laser precision, but Havertz's header ends up in the outstretched arms of the Ecuadorian goalkeeper.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282782690.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4260px,2840px" alt="Tracking back"/><figcaption><strong>Tracking back</strong> After opening the scoring for Germany, Sané shows he has more to his game than his attacking input. Hincapié bursts into the Germany box down the left, but the Galatasaray winger outmuscles him fairly to snuff out the danger.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Dangerous ball from Franco</strong> The Ecuadorian right-back has been causing problems on Germany's left flank, most recently whipping a teasing cross in which Sané managed to clear.</p><p><strong>First corner for Ecuador</strong> Hincapie's attempted cross from high up on the left flank is blocked behind by Kimmich for Ecuador's first corner of the match. Angulo swings it in, but Neuer punches it clear.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282779699.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8256px,5504px" alt="Another angle of Angulo's screamer"/><figcaption><strong>Another angle of Angulo's screamer</strong> It had to be some hit to beat Manuel Neuer, but how Angulo delivered for Ecuador!</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Intricate</strong> Wirtz plays a great ball round the corner to Havertz's feet. Raum takes off on a speedy overlapping run and the Arsenal forward tries to play a ball into his path, but it's just too close to former Eintracht man Pacho, who makes a crucial intervention as the last man back for Ecuador.</p><p><strong>Flashed wide</strong> Nmecha plays a one-two with Musiala before letting an effort fly from the right half-space at the edge of the box. It's powerfully struck, but the Dortmund man just drags his effort wide of the left post.</p><p><strong>In by Kimmich</strong> The No.6 whips a free-kick into the Ecuador box from around 35 yards in off the left flank, but a yellow shirt is first to the ball to clear.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282776457.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5272px,3514px" alt="Angulo rocket draws Ecuador level!"/><figcaption><strong>Angulo rocket draws Ecuador level!</strong> The roof has come off here in New Jersey! Nmecha is dispossessed by Vite in the German defensive third. The midfielder picks out Angulo to his right, who drives towards Neuer's goal before rifling a right-footed effort into the far corner from outside the box. What a hit!</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 9' Nilson Angulo (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Shot blocked</strong> A quick Germany counter-attack culminates in Wirtz finding space on the edge of the Ecuador box. However, he is closed down just as he pulls the trigger for a shot, which is blocked by two Ecuadorian defenders.</p><p><strong>Germany want more</strong> Musiala and Wirtz are showing relentless energy in the press inside the opening stages here.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282776236.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8256px,5504px" alt="Dream start for Germany!"/><figcaption><strong>Dream start for Germany!</strong> A long throw-in is sent into the Ecuador box from the left-hand side. Pavlović brings the ball down before shifting it onto Wirtz, who in turn makes space in the box and tees up Sané, who drills a low, first-time shot home for the opener. Following a VAR check for a potential foul in the build-up, the goal is given. 1-0 Germany!</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 2' Leroy Sané (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>And we're off!</strong> Kai Havertz gets the ball rolling as Germany get us underway here in New Jersey.</p><p><strong>National anthems ring out</strong> Kick-off is fast approaching...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283315482.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4204px,2805px" alt="Going through the paces"/><figcaption><strong>Going through the paces</strong> Both sets of players are getting warm with less than 15 minutes left to go before kick-off...</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283309507.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5166px,3444px" alt="More on that Germany side"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Germany side</strong> As expected, there are two changes to Germany's starting line-up from the game against Côte d'Ivoire born of necessity. With injuries to Nico Schlotterbeck and Nathaniel Brown - whom had been given the nod in the opening two fixtures - forcing Julian Nagelsmann's hand, in come Antonio Rüdiger (pictured) and David Raum at the back.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283309338.jpg?crop=0px,25px,3000px,2000px" alt="More on that Ecuador side"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Ecuador side</strong> Sebastián Beccacece makes two changes to the starting line-up he opted to field in Ecuador's 0-0 draw against Curaçao last time out. Ordóñez and Angulo come into the team in place of Alcívar and Estupiñán. Stuttgart's Joaquín Arévalo once again starts on the bench and must continue to wait to make his first World Cup appearance. Former Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié (pictured), who today was confirmed to have had his loan deal to Arsenal made permanent, starts in defence.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Germany subs</strong> Baumann, Nübel, Anton, Thiaw, Amiri, Goretzka, Groß, Ouédraogo, Stiller, Beier, Leweling, Undav, Woltemade</p><p><strong>Ecuador subs</strong> Ramírez, Valle, Torres, Estupiñán, Preciado, Porozo, Medina, Alcívar, A. Valencia, Páez, Minda, Castillo, Rodríguez, J. Caicedo, Arévalo</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078828552.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Calm before the storm"/><figcaption><strong>Calm before the storm</strong> The fans are yet to enter the stadium, but everything is set here in New Jersey for the final group-stage match between Ecuador and Germany.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/EN_WC26_TopXI_GER-ECU_16x9.jpg?crop=168px,0px,1621px,1080px" alt="Your top Germany XI"/><figcaption><strong>Your top Germany XI</strong> The results are in and here is your top Germany XI as voted for by Bundesliga users! Nathaniel Brown had been selected as the top pick to start at left-back, but the Eintracht Frankfurt man suffered a groin complaint following the closing of the voting window, and has thus been withdrawn from inclusion. David Raum replaces him as the player with the second-most votes.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1065652336.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3600px,2400px" alt="Three in a row?"/><figcaption><strong>Three in a row?</strong> These two countries have only met twice before, with both games ending in wins for Germany. Their first meeting came at the 2006 World Cup (3-0) and their latest encounter came in a friendly in 2013 (4-2).</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078791466.jpg?crop=0px,75px,3600px,2400px" alt="Familiar faces "/><figcaption><strong>Familiar faces </strong> Former Bayer Leverkusen star Piero Hincapié (pictured) and ex-Eintracht Frankfurt man Willian Pacho are expected to start for Ecuador, while VfB Stuttgart's Jeremy Arévalo is also an option from the bench for them.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078814554.jpg?crop=31px,181px,2905px,1940px" alt="Sebastian Beccacece on facing Germany"/><figcaption><strong>Sebastian Beccacece on facing Germany</strong> "Tomorrow we are facing a world football powerhouse, ⁠but of course maybe we ⁠can make the impossible ‌possible. We ​have to go with an idea that is already established, to ​know in which moments we have to take control, look for spaces that allow ‌us ⁠more time to make decisions."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078706055.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5040px,3361px" alt="Nagelsmann focused on the present"/><figcaption><strong>Nagelsmann focused on the present</strong> "We should keep things in perspective. We've won two games, one relatively easily, one relatively narrowly. Now the focus is on Ecuador. And then we'll see who our opponent will be on Monday. We should stay in the here and now and not look too far ahead."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282023524.jpg?crop=58px,291px,3616px,2408px" alt="Deniz Undav on his role in the team"/><figcaption><strong>Deniz Undav on his role in the team</strong> "I try to contribute positively, whether from the bench or from the start. The most important thing is that the team wins; that comes first. Everything else has to take a back seat. I'm simply trying to do my job. That's worked well in the last two games."</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Looking ahead</strong> Germany know they will face a third-placed team in the round of 32. Their opponent may not be confirmed until the entire group stage is complete, but as it stands their potential rivals in Boston on 29 June are: South Korea (Group A), Bosnia (Group B), Scotland (Group C), Australia or Paraguay (Group D) and Netherlands, Sweden or Japan (Group F). The latter two groups finish later today, so Nagelsmann can at least narrow down his focus to five possible opponents before everything's finally confirmed.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282953390.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Nagelsmann plays down calls for changes"/><figcaption><strong>Nagelsmann plays down calls for changes</strong> "It's about rhythm," insisted Julian Nagelsmann when explaining why he doesn't plan to make unenforced changes against Ecuador, despite Germany already being assured of first place in the group. He specifically mentioned the goalkeeper and Deniz Undav. "I understand every debate that Deniz deserves to start. I can't deny that. But we have an idea behind our decisions, which we take with conviction. I understand it all from a personal perspective, but we need to look at the bigger picture."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1069333809.jpg?crop=55px,0px,2962px,1976px" alt="Brown to miss out"/><figcaption><strong>Brown to miss out</strong> Frankfurt's Nathaniel Brown was unable to participate in Germany's final team training session on Wednesday due to a groin complaint and won't play. Julian Nagelsmann confirmed that David Raum will take his place, while Antonio Rüdiger will come in for the injured Nico Schlotterbeck.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282016100.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Amiri on Ecuador game"/><figcaption><strong>Amiri on Ecuador game</strong> "We want to win and we'll give it everything. I can't see Julian [Nagelsmann] experimenting too much. We'll approach it like a final."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078708370.jpg?crop=0px,150px,3600px,2400px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Germany will finish top of the pile regardless of the result here, meaning it is up to Ecuador to take the game to their opponents. They know that nothing other than a win will keep them in with a chance of progression, and they can only finish in the top two if Côte d’Ivoire also lose to Curaçao. If that proves to not be the case, three points would at least give the South Americans a chance to go through as one of the best eight third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078704658.jpg?crop=0px,0px,1288px,859px" alt="Undav "incredibly happy""/><figcaption><strong>Undav "incredibly happy"</strong> Man of the moment Deniz Undav has reacted to his match-winning turn against Côte d’Ivoire. "I'm incredibly happy," he told DFB.com. "I had to laugh again, even in Toronto they're calling my name, not just in Stuttgart. I'm enjoying it, I'm going to take it with me."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282532084.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5694px,3797px" alt="Schlotterbeck out"/><figcaption><strong>Schlotterbeck out</strong> Nico Schlotterbeck had to go off at half-time in Germany's win over Côte d’Ivoire on Saturday, and the Borussia Dortmund centre-back will now miss the remainder of the tournament after an MRI scan confirmed a torn ankle ligament. "We'll really miss an outstanding defender in Schlotti, especially for his excellent build-up play. It could've been his World Cup. It's a good sign that he'll initially stay with the team because he also has an influence off the pitch," Nagelsmann said  upon confirmation of the news.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282114739.jpg?crop=0px,34px,4189px,2790px" alt="Good German boys"/><figcaption><strong>Good German boys</strong> Germany are yet to pick up a yellow card at this summer's finals - in fact, there hasn't been a card shown in either of their fixtures - meaning they don't have to worry about any suspensions going into the knockout rounds. Players will only serve a one-game ban after collecting two yellows, and rule changes for this tournament mean that cards are wiped clean after the group stage and again after the quarter-finals.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078514513.jpg?crop=5px,0px,3988px,2663px" alt="Who will Germany face?"/><figcaption><strong>Who will Germany face?</strong> Germany will face a third-placed team from Group A, B, C, D or F. The issue is, though, that there are 495 possible combinations of the eight qualifiers from the 12 groups. There are still a lot of games to play in this stage before things become clear. "We can't influence the other groups. We'll face a good team sooner or later. But they're all good teams in front of us," said Nagelsmann when asked about potential opponents.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078718440.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="Germany top group"/><figcaption><strong>Germany top group</strong> Two wins from two have put Germany on six points and also guaranteed them top spot in Group E. Their lead over Côte d’Ivoire is three points, but Julian Nagelsmann's men have the head-to-head advantage and therefore cannot be knocked from first place in the final round of fixtures. It means they now know already that they will play their round of 32 fixture in Boston on 29 June. But they won't know their opponent (a third-placed team) for a few more days...</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078707398.jpg?crop=3px,0px,2744px,1831px" alt="Last time out: Germany"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Germany</strong> Deniz Undav came off the bench to score twice, including a 94th-minute winner, as Germany came from behind to beat Côte d’Ivoire in Toronto. The result, coupled with Ecuador's draw later in the day, secured Julian Nagelsmann's side first place in Group E.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282553935.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4602px,3066px" alt="Last time out: Ecuador"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Ecuador</strong> The South Americans saw Eloy Room make a record-equalling 15 saves as they were held to a goalless draw by Curaçao in Miami.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Ecuador take on Germany in the final game of Group E, kicking off at 9pm CEST in New York/New Jersey.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/tschechien-vs-mexiko/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:38:12 GMT</pubDate><title>Tschechien - Mexiko | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Tschechien - Mexiko | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/tschechien-vs-mexiko/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J04399_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282663748.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3620px,2413px" alt="Perfect Mexico eliminate Czechs"/><figcaption><strong>Perfect Mexico eliminate Czechs</strong> Already assured of top spot in Group A, Mexico then scored three second-half goals at the Estadio Azteca through Mateo Chávez, Julian Quinones and Álvaro Fidalgo (pictured) to maintain their perfect record as co-hosts and also eliminate Czechia, who started Robin Hranáč, Vladimir Coufal and Adam Hložek, also bringing on Patrik Schick, as they finish fourth on just one point.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 90+4' Álvaro Fidalgo (0-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 61' Julian Quinones (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 55' Mateo Chávez (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282234069.jpg?crop=0px,0px,1024px,681px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Mexico are already through to the next round as group winners, so all eyes will be on Czechia. Anything other than a victory will see them exit the tournament, while even three points would have them nervously looking at the ranking for the best third-placed teams if South Korea get the better of South Africa.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078634544.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6499px,4332px" alt="Last time out: Czechia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Czechia</strong> Bayer Leverkusen's Patrik Schick and Hoffenheim's Adam Hložek were among four Bundesliga players to start as Czechia were held 1-1 by South Africa.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078646569.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6742px,4494px" alt="Last time out: Mexico"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Mexico</strong> The co-hosts took their second win and became the first team to qualify for the last 32 with a narrow 1-0 victory over South Korea in Guadalajara. They are assured of topping Group A ahead of the clash with Czechia.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Czechia take on co-hosts Mexico in the final game of Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 2am CEST in Mexico City.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/suedafrika-vs-suedkorea/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:46:26 GMT</pubDate><title>Südafrika - Südkorea | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Südafrika - Südkorea | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/suedafrika-vs-suedkorea/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439A_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283197091.jpg?crop=0px,83px,3747px,2495px" alt="Okon's South Africa make history"/><figcaption><strong>Okon's South Africa make history</strong> Hannover defender Ime Okon started as South Africa finished second in Group A to reach the World Cup knockouts for the first time ever after Thapelo Maseko scored the only goal of the game in Monterrey in the 63rd minute. Minjae Kim started for South Korea, who now need to wait and see if they progress as one of the best third-placed teams. Gladbach's Jens Castrop came on for the second half.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 63' Thapelo Maseko (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078647282.jpg?crop=0px,173px,4986px,3324px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> South Korea enter this game in a better position, sitting on three points after their opening two matches, having beaten Czechia in their first encounter. A draw will be enough to earn them second spot in the group, while South Africa can only dream of a place in the last 32 if they triumph. Even then, they will need to win by at least two goals and hope Czechia don't beat Mexico. A draw or defeat by Korea, couple with Czechia avoiding defeat against Mexico, will almost certainly send them home.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281680887.jpg?crop=0px,41px,2320px,1548px" alt="Last time out: South Korea"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: South Korea</strong> South Korea went down to a single Luis Romo goal as co-hosts Mexico booked their place in the last 32 with victory in Guadalajara. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282231621.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3686px,2457px" alt="Last time out: South Africa"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: South Africa</strong> Teboho Mokoena's late penalty earned Bafana Bafana their first point of the tournament in a 1-1 draw against Czechia in Atlanta. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as South Africa take on South Korea in the final game of Group A of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 2am CEST in Monterrey.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/schottland-vs-brasilien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:30:33 GMT</pubDate><title>Schottland - Brasilien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Schottland - Brasilien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/schottland-vs-brasilien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439L_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283185366.jpg?crop=0px,56px,4495px,3002px" alt="Brazil leave Scotland on the brink"/><figcaption><strong>Brazil leave Scotland on the brink</strong> Vinícius Júnior scored a first-half brace and ex-Hertha Berlin and RB Leipzig man Matheus Cunha (pictured) added a third on the hour in Miami as Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil topped Group C, level on points with Morocco, and leave Scotland waiting to find out if their three points will be enough to take them into the World Cup knockouts for the first time ever as one of the eight best-placed third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 60' Matheus Cunha (0-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 45+3' Vinicius Junior (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 7' Vinicius Junior (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2279119503.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3456px,2304px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Brazil have four points after their opening two matches, while Scotland have three. A win for either here would see them finish in the top two, and potentially top depending on the score in Morocco's clash with Haiti. Nevertheless, a draw for Brazil would be enough to see them through, while Scotland would be in a good position to progress as one of the eight best third-placed teams with the same result.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078674432.jpg?crop=164px,0px,5321px,3550px" alt="Last time out: Scotland"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Scotland</strong> Scotland suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against a Morocco team that included VfB Stuttgart's Bilal El Khannouss and Eintracht Frankfurt's Ayoube Amaimouni-Echghouyab.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282424592.jpg?crop=0px,13px,5029px,3355px" alt="Last time out: Brazil"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Brazil</strong> Former RB Leipzig and Hertha Berlin attacker Matheus Cunha scored twice in a 3-0 victory over Haiti as Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil secured their first win, putting them top of Group C.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Scotland take on Brazil in the final game of Group C of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 11pm CEST in Miami.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/marokko-vs-haiti/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 05:24:29 GMT</pubDate><title>Marokko - Haiti | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Marokko - Haiti | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/marokko-vs-haiti/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439M_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078812775.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3190px,2126px" alt="Saibari leads Morocco fightback"/><figcaption><strong>Saibari leads Morocco fightback</strong> Achraf Hakimi and Ismael Saibari (c.) both scored to cancel out Haiti twice taking the lead in Atlanta through an own goal and Wilson Isidor's top-corner rocket. Hakimi's goal for 1-1 came off a saved Bilal El Khannouss shot, before Saibari swept in his third of the tournament late in the first half. Morocco then struck late in the second period with Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine to deny Haiti a first-ever World Cup point and send the North Africans into the last 32 as Group C runners-up, level on points with Brazil.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 89' Gessime Yassine (4-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 78' Soufiane Rahimi (3-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 45+1' Ismael Saibari (2-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 43' Wilson Isidor (1-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 39' Achraf Hakimi (1-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282408809_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> With Haiti already out, the onus will be on Morocco to take the game to their opponents in search of the three points. A win would secure their place in the group's top two, and they could well finish top depending on the score from Brazil's game with Scotland. If the Brazilians win, Morocco will need to better the margin of victory by three goals to end up top of the pile, while a draw for A Seleçao would mean a win of any kind for the African nation is enough.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078668886.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4000px,2667px" alt="Last time out: Morocco"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Morocco</strong> VfB Stuttgart's Bilal El Khannouss started a second successive World Cup game, helping his nation overcome Scotland 1-0, with Eintracht Frankfurt's Ayoube Amaimouni-Echghouyab featuring as a late substitute. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078676750.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="Last time out: Haiti"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Haiti</strong> Haiti were the first team eliminated from this summer's edition of the World Cup following a 3-0 defeat against Brazil. Although only three points adrift of Scotland in third, defeat against Steve Clarke's men means they can't finish third because of the head-to-head record.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Morocco take on Haiti in the final game of Group C of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 11pm CEST in Atlanta.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/bosnien-herzegowina-vs-katar/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:00:14 GMT</pubDate><title>Bosnien-Herzegowina - Katar | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Bosnien-Herzegowina - Katar | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/bosnien-herzegowina-vs-katar/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439G_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283167983.jpg?crop=32px,0px,3829px,2553px" alt="Full time: Bosnia 3-1 Qatar"/><figcaption><strong>Full time: Bosnia 3-1 Qatar</strong> Bosnia and Herzegovina win, but will have to wait and see if it's enough to go through as third-placed team. Qatar are out.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Six added minutes</strong> Bosnia look fairly comfortable...</p><p><strong>Denied</strong> Sead Kolašinac recovers well as Almoez Ali threatens to slip in a team-mate.</p><p><strong>Goal in Seattle!</strong> Another deflected goal as Ermin Mahmić converts following a corner. Will it be enough for Bosnia to advance?</p><p><strong>Surely the winner!</strong> Ermin Mahmić with a deflected goal, but will it be enough for Bosnia and Herzegovina?</p><p><strong>⚽ 80' Ermin Mahmić (3-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Over in BC</strong> Canada have pulled a goal back. It's 2-1 against Switzerland, who are heading through in first place.</p><p><strong>All or nothing</strong> Qatar are throwing everything at this. They need two goals to turn things around and potentially go through in third.</p><p><strong>Drained</strong> Bosnia have really struggled in the heat since the restart. Even so, 40-year-old Edin Džeko is not happy to be coming off.</p><p><strong>Crocked</strong> Hassan Al-Haydos goes off injured, with Qatar still in the ascendancy following his goal.</p><p><strong>Qatar are really going for it</strong> Meanwhile, Switzerland have taken the lead against Canada in Vancouver.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283155209.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4894px,3262px" alt="Half-time: Bosnia 2-1 Qatar"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Bosnia 2-1 Qatar</strong> Bosnia and Herzegovina took a deserved 2-0 lead, before Qatar halved the deficit with their first real attack and hit the post at the end of their second. Still all to play for at Seattle Stadium.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Post!</strong> The woodwork denies Pedro Miguel the equaliser on the stroke of half time. Bosnia have been all over the place since conceding...</p><p><strong>Qatar pull one back!</strong> Not good news for Bosnia's goal difference, but a terrific response from the Gulf nation as captain Hassan Al-Haydos sweeps in Edmilson Junior's cut-back from close range.</p><p><strong>⚽ 42' Hassan Al-Haydos (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Woodwork!</strong> Edin Džeko runs clear of the Qatar defence, but his shot comes back off the upright.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283158233.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5054px,3369px" alt="Own goal in Seattle"/><figcaption><strong>Own goal in Seattle</strong> Bosnia now lead 2-0. Edin Džeko connects with a cross into the box and in it goes off Sultan Al-Brake.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>As things stand</strong> Qatar are heading out, unless they can turn this around. There's been little to suggest they will...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283157520.jpg?crop=0px,66px,5304px,3538px" alt="Breakthrough!"/><figcaption><strong>Breakthrough!</strong> Kerim Alajbegović thunders Bosnia ahead to boost their chances of advancing as one of the eight best third-placed teams. The 18-year-old waltzes past a couple of Qatar players, before sending an unstoppable strike past the goalkeeper.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 29' Kerim Alajbegović (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078803592.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4000px,2667px" alt="Hydration break"/><figcaption><strong>Hydration break</strong> Bosnia continue to dictate the play, albeit without making serious in-roads in the final third. Qatar - dogged at the back - are set up to play on the break.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Roof of the net</strong> Ivan Bašić is not far away as he drives one just over from 30 yards.</p><p><strong>Elsewhere</strong> It's still goalless between Canada and Switzerland in the group's other game. As things stand, they're going through as the top two.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282609551.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4000px,2667px" alt="Bosnia in charge"/><figcaption><strong>Bosnia in charge</strong> It's been one-way traffic early on in Seattle. Qatar are really struggling to keep up.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Chance!</strong> Ivan Šunjić is denied by another flying save from Abunada. Bosnia mean business.</p><p><strong>Bosnia straight on the attack</strong> Ermedin Demirović with an early warning shot from outside the area, forcing Mahmud Abunada into a strong diving save.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/gettyimages-2282256519-594x594.jpg?crop=0px,0px,594px,396px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> With the top two spots effectively out of reach in Group B, these two sides will fight it out to be one of the eight best third-placed nations. Bosnia are in a better position thanks to their -3 goal difference compared to Qatar's -6, but they may need to prevail by a couple of goals if they are to guarantee their place in the last 32.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078637848.jpg?crop=0px,71px,4264px,2841px" alt="Last time out: Bosnia and Herzegovina"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Bosnia and Herzegovina</strong> Bosnia, with Schalke's Edin Džeko among one of four Bundesliga or Bundesliga 2 players starting, held out for over 70 minutes against Switzerland before slipping to a 4-1 loss with a flurry of late goals and a sending off. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078644226.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4031px,2688px" alt="Last time out: Qatar"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Qatar</strong> Qatar had a game to forget with a 6-0 defeat against co-hosts Canada, in which they had two players sent off. That leaves them on one point heading into this final group clash.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Bosnia and Herzegovina take on Qatar in the final game of Group B of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 8pm CEST in Seattle.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/schweiz-vs-kanada/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:56:17 GMT</pubDate><title>Schweiz - Kanada | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Schweiz - Kanada | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/schweiz-vs-kanada/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J0439F_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283164252.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3656px,2438px" alt="Full time: Switzerland 2-1 Canada"/><figcaption><strong>Full time: Switzerland 2-1 Canada</strong> Freiburg attacker Johan Manzambi provided a goal and an assist for Switzerland as they defeated co-hosts Canada 2-1 in Vancouver to progress to the round of 32 as Group B winners. Canada looked a real handful at times, but not for long enough periods of the game, and they go through as runners-up.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Another chance!</strong> Shaffelburg scampers forward down the left and crosses into the middle. Johnston arrives at the back post to head goalwards but it's too close to Kobel, who makes the save. </p><p><strong>Next one!</strong> Another long throw, another chance! This time it falls to Promise David, whose glancing header sends Kobel scrambling to his left to make the save!</p><p><strong>Chance for Canada!</strong> A long throw from the left goes all the way to the back post, where Cornelius narrowly misses the target with his header!</p><p><strong>Added time</strong> We're in the first of six additional minutes. </p><p><strong>Switzerland holding on</strong> The two strikers, Manzambi and Embolo, have gone off as the Swiss look to see this result to the final whistle. Canada are pushing hard for an equaliser at the moment, though. </p><p><strong>Permutations</strong> If the score stays the same, Switzerland go through to the round of 32 as Group B winners. However, if Canada equalise, they will finish top due to superior goal difference. </p><p><strong>Almost the equaliser!</strong> Eustaquio bends an inviting free-kick from the right into the box but Cornelius header flies just wide!</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283166804.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4707px,3139px" alt="Game on!"/><figcaption><strong>Game on!</strong> Saliba races forward to chase a long ball and his first touch is outstanding to control it and keep it away from Akanji. He floats a cross from the right into the middle and finds Promise David, who taps it in at the back post at full stretch with his first touch of the game!</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 76' Promise David (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Back under way</strong> Both teams have made changes for the closing stages. </p><p><strong>Hydration break </strong> Time to get some water on board!</p><p><strong>Applying pressure</strong> The tournament co-hosts are building momentum, as they did towards the end of the first half, and are pinning Switzerland back inside their own penalty box. </p><p><strong>Chance for Canada!</strong> Miller does brilliantly to tear into space down the left. He crosses low into the box and finds David, whose first touch is superb to set him up for a shot. Elvedi launches himself in front of the ball, however, and makes a brilliant block. </p><p><strong>Manzambi down</strong> The youngster remains on the ground after a tussle with Laryea and it looks like he needs treatment. </p><p><strong>Triple change</strong> Canada react to that goal by bringing on three new players in a bid to show a reaction. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283162717.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4396px,2930px" alt="Decisive blow?"/><figcaption><strong>Decisive blow?</strong> Embolo does really well to occupy two defenders as he chases a long ball forward, before sliding it into the path of Manzambi, who drills a first-time effort into the net. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 57' Johan Manzambi (2-0)</strong></p><p><strong>Half chance for Larin</strong> Ahmed pings a cross into the middle from the left. Larin rises above Akanji but can't quite connect with the ball. </p><p><strong>Canada disjointed</strong> Canada can't seem to get a foothold in the game right now, and are having difficulty putting even just a couple of passes together. </p><p><strong>Scoring habit</strong> Switzerland have scored five of their six goals at this World Cup in the second halves of their games. </p><p><strong>Almost in again</strong> Xhaka nudges an outside-of-the-foot pass into the box for Manzambi, who is bundled over. The Freiburg man appeals fro a penalty but the referee waves for play to continue. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283162385.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="Lightning start!"/><figcaption><strong>Lightning start!</strong> Manzambi is too fast for his marker down the right and whips a low cross into the box. It comes to Vargas at the back post, and the former Augsburg midfielder lashes in the opening goal!
</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 46' Rubén Vargas (1-0)</strong></p><p><strong>And we're off!</strong> The second half is under way!</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283158730.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3813px,2541px" alt="Half-time: Switzerland 0-0 Canada"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Switzerland 0-0 Canada</strong> The Swiss dominated the opening period and created a couple of decent chances that Embolo was unable to convert. Canada improved significantly after the hydration break and have fashioned some good openings of their own, leaving this game finely poised going into the second half. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar update!</strong> The other Group B match being played concurrently in Seattle is between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Qatar. The European side have taken a 2-0 lead, lifting them to four points. Neither Switzerland nor Canada need to worry just yet, but if Bosnia score a few more goals then it could make things interesting in terms of goal difference later on. </p><p><strong>Opening for Ahmed!</strong> A lovely attack from Canada as they work the ball from right to left. Larin slides it into Ahmed, but his low strike lacks power and precision, and is blocked for a corner. </p><p><strong>Over from Johnston</strong> A loose ball falls kindly for Johnston, but his first-time strike from 25 yards out goes well over.  </p><p><strong>Well over</strong> Xhaka has a go but the ball is always rising and goes well over the target. </p><p><strong>Prime location</strong> Laryea runs into Embolo and gives a free-kick away around 30 yards from goal, slightly left of centre. It's the perfect position for a Xhaka special...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283157949.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5302px,3535px" alt="Next chance for Canada"/><figcaption><strong>Next chance for Canada</strong> The co-hosts' aggressive play almost pays dividends as they win the ball in midfield and then release Larin into space. He doesn't want to shoot with his left foot so cut back and tries to curl one into the far corner with his right. Kobel anticipates the danger, though, and makes a good save. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Canada much more aggressive</strong> Canada coach Jesse Marsch has been an animated figure on the touchline. He appears to have transmitted some of that energy to his players during the hydration break, as they are much bolder and more aggressive now, not allowing Switzerland as much time on the ball. </p><p><strong>Treatment break</strong> Vargas and Johnston are on the ground after a collision but they both seem to be ok to continue. </p><p><strong>Here we go again</strong> The ball is back in play in Vancouver. </p><p><strong>First break</strong> Time for some tactical tweaks with the first hydration break of the game. </p><p><strong>Next chance for Switzerland</strong> Embolo darts into the box and has space to get a shot away, but it's on his weaker left foot and he doesn't make a clean connection. It's a comfortable save in the end for Crépeau. </p><p><strong>No penalty</strong> Manzambi tears forward on the break and latches on to a long ball. He gets into the box and goes to ground under pressure from Laryea, but the referee signals straight away that it's not enough for a penalty. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283154967.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4056px,2704px" alt="Kobel to the rescue!"/><figcaption><strong>Kobel to the rescue!</strong> The referee plays the advantage and suddenly Larin is clear through on goal. He tries to take the ball around Kobel, but the Dortmund goalkeeper manages to paw it away to safety. It wouldn't have counted anyway, as the referee's assistant raises his flag for offside in the build-up.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Double chance!</strong> A through-ball from Rodriguez dissects the Canada defence, leaving Embolo one-on-one with the goalkeeper. His shot is well saved though, and Manzambi's follow-up on the rebound is also blocked. </p><p><strong>High press</strong> Canada are pushing up high into the Switzerland half when out of possession, denying them the chance to build out from the back and forcing them to punt long balls forward. </p><p><strong>Dangerous location</strong> Jaquez commits a foul near the corner flag on the Switzerland right, giving Canada an opportunity to swing in a cross. The delivery is poor though, and the Europeans clear it. </p><p><strong>Peeeeep!</strong> Canada get the ball rolling in Vancouver.</p><p><strong>Pre-match formalities</strong> The players are lined up on the pitch, ready for national anthems and handshakes. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078802084.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3860px,2574px" alt="More on that Switzerland team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Switzerland team</strong> After making two substitute appearances (totaling 43 minutes, including scoring a brace against Bosnia and Herzegovina), Freiburg's Johan Manzambi (pictured) is in the starting XI for the first time in a World Cup match today. He is one of four changes from the team's last game, with Jaquez, Sow, and Vargas also coming in, and Aebischer, Ndoye, Rieder and Widmer dropping to the bench.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078802475.jpg?crop=0px,62px,2508px,1671px" alt="More on that Canada team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Canada team</strong> There's still no Alphonso Davies (pictured) for the tournament co-hosts, with the Bayern Munich star among the substitutes here. Head coach Jesse Marsch has otherwise made two changes to the side that beat Qatar last Thursday, with Mathieu Choiniere and Nathan-Dylan Saliba coming into the team for Stephen Eustaquio and Ismael Kone.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Switzerland subs</strong> Keller, Mvogo, Amenda, Cömert, Widmer, Rieder, Aebischer, Fassnacht, Jashari, Zakaria, Itten, Amdouni, Okafor, Ndoye</p><p><strong>Canada subs</strong> St. Clair, Goodman, Waterman, Bombito, Davies, Eustaquio, Millar, Shaffelburg, Osorio, Sigur, Oluwaseyi, David, Nelson</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078644590.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6480px,4320px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Canada and Switzerland currently occupy first and second in Group B respectively, making this game a straight shootout for top spot in the section. Canada's big win against Qatar boosted their goal difference and left them in a strong position to reach the round of 32. They would only finish outside the top two should they lose to Switzerland and Bosnia beat Qatar, alongside a goal difference swing of nine. Switzerland, meanwhile, would finish third if they are beaten by Canada and Qatar inflict a big defeat on Bosnia, with the same goal difference swing required. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078647167.jpg?crop=51px,0px,2201px,1464px" alt="Last time out: Switzerland"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Switzerland</strong> Freiburg's Johan Manzambi was the star of the show with a brilliant late brace as Switzerland racked up a crucial 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in Los Angeles.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282262687.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5300px,3533px" alt="Last time out: Canada"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Canada</strong> Bayern's Alphonso Davies watched on from the substitutes' bench again, continuing his recovery from injury, as Canada took their first-ever win at a World Cup finals with an astonishing 6-0 success over Qatar.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Switzerland take on co-hosts Canada in the final game of Group B of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 8pm CEST in Vancouver.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/kolumbien-vs-dr-kongo/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:38:48 GMT</pubDate><title>Kolumbien - DR Kongo | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Kolumbien - DR Kongo | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/kolumbien-vs-dr-kongo/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AW_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078789867.jpg?crop=0px,16px,2921px,1946px" alt="Díaz's Colombia go through"/><figcaption><strong>Díaz's Colombia go through</strong> Bayern's Luis Díaz had a second-half goal ruled out for offside and saw another big chance saved in Guadalajara, but Colombia got the better of DR Congo thanks to Daniel Muñoz's deflected 76th-minute strike, having had an earlier effort chalked off as well. It takes Los Cafeteros through to the last 32, but they will face Portugal to determine the winner of the group.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 76' Daniel Muñoz (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281515853.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3023px,2015px" alt="Last time out: Colombia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Colombia</strong> Bayern's Luis Díaz had a wonderful first World Cup appearance, scoring and assisting as Colombia made a winning start to Group K with a 3-1 success over Uzbekistan. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282076901.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4454px,2971px" alt="Last time out: DR Congo"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: DR Congo</strong> DR Congo had a superb return to the World Cup for the first time since 1974 (when known as Zaire) with Yoane Wissa scoring as they held favourites Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their opener. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Colombia take on DR Congo in Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the game kicking off at 3am CEST in Guadalajara.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/panama-vs-kroatien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:30:44 GMT</pubDate><title>Panama - Kroatien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Panama - Kroatien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/panama-vs-kroatien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B2_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282505799.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3403px,2268px" alt="Stanišić's Croatia edge Panama"/><figcaption><strong>Stanišić's Croatia edge Panama</strong> Bayern's Josip Stanišić provided the assist with a cross for Ante Budimir to tap in the only goal of the game as Croatia edged Panama in Toronto on Luka Modrić 200th international appearance. Hoffenheim's Andrej Kramarić played the second half, but Hamburg's Luka Vušković remained an unused substitute as Croatia keep their fate in their own hands, while Panama are out with a game remaining.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 54' Ante Budimir (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282121168.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3990px,2658px" alt="Last time out: Panama"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Panama</strong> Panama suffered an agonising 1-0 defeat to Ghana, conceding in the fifth minute of stoppage time, as they pushed their opponents all the way in Toronto.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078615106.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2299px,1533px" alt="Last time out: Croatia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Croatia</strong> Bayern's Josip Stanišić and Luka Vušković - who spent last season on loan at Hamburg - started as Croatia battled back twice but ultimately lost 4-2 to England.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Panama take on Croatia in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the game kicking off at midnight CEST in Toronto.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/england-vs-ghana/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:00:50 GMT</pubDate><title>England - Ghana | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>England - Ghana | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/england-vs-ghana/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B1_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078783655.jpg?crop=1045px,236px,6332px,4230px" alt="Full time: England 0-0 Ghana "/><figcaption><strong>Full time: England 0-0 Ghana </strong> It ends all square in Boston. England were the dominant side but credit must go to Ghana for their defensive strength and tactical discipline throughout. The teams remain in lockstep on four points in Group L, leaving both well placed to go through to the round of 32. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Constant pressure</strong> England are pushing for a winner here. Ghana can't get out of their own half, and barely their own box. </p><p><strong>Off the line!</strong> Guehi's header following a corner is cleared off the line at the back post!</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283006614.jpg?crop=33px,0px,2933px,1954px" alt="Crossbar and over!"/><figcaption><strong>Crossbar and over!</strong> O'Reilly wins a header at the back post but it crashes off the bar. The rebound falls straight to Kane, on the six-yard box, but he skews his left-footed effort over.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Last throw of the dice</strong> England make their final substitution as Rashford comes on for Madueke, who had a decent game. </p><p><strong>Rarity in store?</strong> England have only failed to score once in their last 25 internationals, a 1-0 defeat by Japan in March this year. </p><p><strong>Chance for Ghana!</strong> Eze loses the ball cheaply down the England left and Ghana break forward. Senaya gets in behind the defence and goes down under pressure from Konsa inside the box, but he still gets a shot away while on the ground. It's going towards goal but hits his own player - Semenyo - before England clear. </p><p><strong>Scrappy</strong> The game has been interrupted in the last few minutes by lots of niggly fouls. </p><p><strong>More changes </strong> Tuchel makes two more substitutions, freshening up the attack with Eze and Rogers. </p><p><strong>Break in play</strong> The second and final hydration break is upon us. </p><p><strong>Over from Saka!</strong> Mudueke, now on the left wing after Saka's introduction, takes on his man and gets to the byline. His cross to the back post finds Saka, but he heads over. </p><p><strong>It opens up for Kane!</strong> Ghana try to play the ball out from the back but lose possession cheaply. It comes to Kane just outside the box, but his left-footed strike lacks both the power and precision to beat the goalkeeper. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283004113.jpg?crop=297px,121px,3929px,2619px" alt="Almost in!"/><figcaption><strong>Almost in!</strong> Prince Adu, only just on the field, chases a clever through-ball. There's a collision with Pickford, but the referee awards a free-kick to England. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Subs coming</strong> Both teams are preparing to make some changes.</p><p><strong>Over from Madueke</strong> Rice's initial delivery is cleared but England keep possession and work it via Gordon to Madueke, whose curling effort goes high and wide of the target. </p><p><strong>Another free-kick</strong> Kane is fouled this time, left of centre and 25 yards from goal...</p><p><strong>Free-kick to England</strong> Williams brings down Gordon wide on the left and England have a set piece in a dangerous position. Rice whips it to the back posts and finds Anderson, but his powerful header is blocked. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283002950.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4061px,2707px" alt="Best chances of the game!"/><figcaption><strong>Best chances of the game!</strong> England finally find some space in the final third and a series of quick passes frees up Madueke to shoot. It's blocked but the Three Lions go again, and Gordon has space to get a shot away but it's straight at the goalkeeper. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282478652.jpg?crop=1123px,2075px,5148px,3428px" alt="Celebrity spectator"/><figcaption><strong>Celebrity spectator</strong> Former England international David Beckham is in the crowd for this one. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Bolder approach</strong> Having sat back for most of the first half, Ghana are trying things a bit more now and are forcing England to defend more. </p><p><strong>Chance for Ghana!</strong> Senaya gets in behind Gordon and beats him to a long, diagonal pass. He's got a clear sight of goal but, under pressure from Spence, he can't hit the target. </p><p><strong>Superb from Bellingham</strong> Semenyo finds space for seemingly the first time all game. He's tracked by Bellingham though, and the former Dortmund man dispossesses him with a brilliant sliding tackle. </p><p><strong>Same rhythm</strong> The second half has slipped into the same pattern as the first, with England dominating the ball but struggling to make headway against a well-drilled Ghana side. </p><p><strong>Underway once more</strong> Ghana get the second half up and running. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078781499.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4661px,3107px" alt="Half-time: England 0-0 Ghana"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: England 0-0 Ghana</strong> The Three Lions had more of the ball and played almost exclusively in the Ghana half but were unable to create any clear-cut openings against a packed rearguard. The Black Stars have shown precious little getting forward. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>First glimpse for Kane</strong> A quick attack from England culminates in Rice sliding a pass into Kane. He shifts his feet well and gets a shot away, but once again there are too many Ghana players in the way, and it goes out for a corner. </p><p><strong>Added time</strong> There will be six additional minutes. </p><p><strong>First corner</strong> Ayew and Semenyo do well down the Ghana left in their first period of sustained pressure. They win a corner, but it's headed clear. </p><p><strong>First booking</strong> Rice is shown the first yellow card of the game for arriving late into a tackle. </p><p><strong>More good work from Madueke</strong> He takes on his marker down the right, gets to the byline and dinks a right-footed cross to the back post. Rice arrives and wins the header, but can only send his effort over the bar. </p><p><strong>Set piece needed?</strong> England have been camped out in Ghana's half for the majority of the game, but there's so little space to work in and no room for runs in behind. Perhaps a free-kick or corner might be the way for the breakthrough to come. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078781020.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3548px,2366px" alt="Bellingham blocked"/><figcaption><strong>Bellingham blocked</strong> Madueke tries to take on a couple of defenders and the ball squirms out to Bellingham on the edge of the box. He gets a shot away but two defenders throw themselves in front of it.  </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Rare foray forward</strong> Ghana win a free-kick wide on the left, close to the halfway line. They send plenty of bodies forward in a bid to crowd the box, but Guehi wins the header and is fouled in the process. </p><p><strong>And we're back</strong> The ball is rolling once more. </p><p><strong>Hydration break </strong> Three minutes for the players to take on some fluids and receive tactical tweaks from their coaches. </p><p><strong>Treatment</strong> James and Ayew are both on the field receiving medical treatment after a clash of heads. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078780151.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3976px,2650px" alt="Relentless pressure"/><figcaption><strong>Relentless pressure</strong> Ghana have struggled to make it out of their half yet. England have had considerably more possession and chances, albeit without carving out any clear-cut opportunities. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>And again!</strong> Spence runs into space down the left and cuts it back to Rice, but his shot is blocked. </p><p><strong>More good work from Rice</strong> The midfielder wins the ball well on the left and cuts it back for Gordon. He shifts it on to Anderson, whose shot is blocked. </p><p><strong>Over from Rice</strong> Gordon wins a free-kick in a central position, around 25 yards from goal. James nudges it to Rice, whose rasping drive arrows just over the bar.</p><p><strong>Almost!</strong> Madueke slides a ball inside to James, darting into the Ghana box down the right. He squares it into the middle, but can only find a Ghana foot. </p><p><strong>Neat but no end product</strong> A driving run forward from Rice and some neat one-touch passing around the edge of the box involving Kane and Bellingham, but Ghana get enough bodies back to crowd them out. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078779396.jpg?crop=0px,0px,7108px,4738px" alt="Closely watched"/><figcaption><strong>Closely watched</strong> Ghana have - no big surprises here - identified Bellingham and Kane as the key players for England, and are closing them down instantly whenever they get near the ball.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Easily cleared</strong> Rice's delivery is poor and doesn't make it past the first defender, who heads the ball clear. </p><p><strong>Promising position</strong> Madueke is fouled on the right, a little way outside the box. It's prime location for Rice to swing one in...</p><p><strong>Sitting back</strong> Despite the mild temperatures, Ghana aren't pressing high here. Instead, they're sitting back deep inside their own half and inviting England to break them down. </p><p><strong>Here we go!</strong> England get the ball rolling!</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282989945.jpg?crop=8px,0px,5839px,3898px" alt="Out on the pitch"/><figcaption><strong>Out on the pitch</strong> The players are out of the tunnel and lining up ready for the national anthems. We'll be up and running very soon. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282983830.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5904px,3936px" alt="The stakes"/><figcaption><strong>The stakes</strong> Nice and simple: whoever wins this one will book their spot in the round of 32 with a game to spare. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078778513.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6192px,4128px" alt="English weather in Boston"/><figcaption><strong>English weather in Boston</strong> It'll likely feel more like home for the Three Lions given the clouds and the rain...</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078778568.jpg?crop=0px,25px,2651px,1768px" alt="Game face on"/><figcaption><strong>Game face on</strong> Bayern's Kane looks up for this one...</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282977615.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3953px,2636px" alt="More on that Ghana team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Ghana team</strong> Head coach Carlos Quieroz has likewise reshuffled his side in two positions after edging Panama 1-0 last week. Thomas Partey comes into the side, having been barred from entering Canada for that match in Toronto, with Elisha Owusu dropping to the bench. The other change is in goal; Lawrence Ati Zigi was taken off at half-time with a thigh complaint against Panama, so Benjamin Asare is between the sticks today. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282980324.jpg?crop=0px,14px,5292px,3527px" alt="More on that England team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that England team</strong> Tuchel has made two changes to the side that beat Croatia last week, with Manchester City duo John Stones and Nico O'Reilly dropping to the bench, with Marc Guehi coming in at centre-back and Djed Spence at full-back. Jude Bellingham (pictured) keeps his spot in attacking midfield, just behind Harry Kane. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>England subs</strong> Henderson, Trafford, O'Reilly, Stones, Chalobah, Burn, Quansah, Henderson, Mainoo, Rogers, Eze, Saka, Rashford, Watkins, Toney</p><p><strong>Ghana subs</strong> Zigi, Anang, Seidu, Mumin, Rahman, Oppong, Luckassen, Owusu, Boakye, Fatawu, Thomas-Asante, Baah, Sulemana, Nuamah, Adu</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078761622.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3465px,2310px" alt="Declan Rice lauds Kane"/><figcaption><strong>Declan Rice lauds Kane</strong> Arsenal midfield and Kane's England teammate Rice showered the striker in praise ahead of the Ghana encounter. "For me, he is one of those players you'll be telling the kids when you're older that you got to play with Harry Kane. For me, that's how good he is. He's one of those players. I'm very fortunate. One, he's our captain, but two: how he leads by example every day, how he pushes in training. It is not a surprise to me how good he is just because of the goals he scores in training, what he's been doing at Bayern Munich, what he's been doing in an England shirt. It has been an honour to play with him. I'm very lucky that I get to play with a striker like him."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282098648.jpg?crop=0px,81px,4858px,3240px" alt="Last time out: England"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: England</strong> England turned on the style with some impressive goals in a 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas, with Bayern's Harry Kane netting a brace - an opener from the penalty spot and a thunderous header. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078619956.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4452px,2968px" alt="Last time out: Ghana"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Ghana</strong> Wolfsburg's Jonas Adjetey played the full 90 minutes and kept a clean sheet as Ghana eked out a vital 1-0 win over Panama in a tight Group L opener. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as England take on Ghana in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the game kicking off at 9pm CEST in Boston.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/portugal-vs-usbekistan/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:01:20 GMT</pubDate><title>Portugal - Usbekistan | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Portugal - Usbekistan | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/portugal-vs-usbekistan/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AV_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282970198.jpg?crop=0px,21px,3094px,2061px" alt="Full time: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan"/><figcaption><strong>Full time: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan</strong> Portugal cruise in Houston, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice. They move top of Group K while putting Uzbekistan on the brink of elimination.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Wide!</strong> Rafael Leão crosses into the penalty area for Ronaldo, but he's at full stretch and can't direct the ball on target.</p><p><strong>Close!</strong> Francisco Trincão is not far away from adding a sixth Portugal goal as he steers a first-time effort just beyond the far post. Superb build-up play from Ronaldo and Mendes to create that.</p><p><strong>Five added minutes</strong> Still time for Ronaldo to complete his hat-trick...</p><p><strong>It's five!</strong> Portugal attack up the right-hand side with Semedo. His low cross is just behind Ronaldo, but perfect for Rafael Leão, who sweeps an emphatic first-time finish into the top corner.</p><p><strong>⚽ 87' Rafael Leão (5-0)</strong></p><p><strong>Fierce hit!</strong> Fernandes from downtown, but Nematov is equal to it. The loose ball was just out of Ronaldo's reach...</p><p><strong>Attack, attack, attack</strong> There's a really open feel to the game in the closing stages, with Portugal out to extend their lead and Uzbekistan chasing a morale-boosting consolation.</p><p><strong>Half chance!</strong> Ronaldo is dispossessed in the final third as Uzbekistan counter. It's quickly worked up to Shomurodov, who strikes the ball cleanly from 18 yards, but can't keep his shot down.</p><p><strong>Hat-trick hunting</strong> Ronaldo closes down the Uzbekistan goalkeeper, who's slow to clear. The Portugal captain is first to the loose ball and turns to shoot goalwards, but Nematov recovers, diving to his right to push the shot to safety.</p><p><strong>Nearly!</strong> Portugal are straight back on the attack with Nuno Mendes. He charges up the left-hand side and cuts a ball back for Ronaldo, whose goal-bound shot is blocked.</p><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Portugal are cruising to victory in Houston, but they won't want to let up. Goal difference could be key in Group K, especially if Colombia beat Congo DR later today.</p><p><strong>In the book</strong> Uzbekistan play it out from the back and look to progress the ball down the right, but Veiga bodychecks Ganiev to thwart a promising attack, earning the defender a booking.</p><p><strong>Attacking change</strong> Another change for Portugal as Martínez aims to rest players ahead of Matchday 3: João Félix makes way for Francisco Trincão.</p><p><strong>Clear daylight</strong> Fernandes' corner towards the near post finds a way through to Khusanov, who scores an own goal after having no time to react.</p><p><strong>Off the training ground</strong> Wow! Almost a fourth for Portugal and what a goal that would have been. Ronaldo shapes up to take a trademark free-kick but jogs past the ball, before Fernandes clips the ball over the wall and into his path - Nematov is on hand to make a superb stop.</p><p><strong>Wide!</strong> Shukurov cuts onto his left foot before unleashing a shot low towards Costa's goal, which is deflected behind for a corner that is played short before Ronaldo heads the ball clear.</p><p><strong>Costa tested</strong> Fayzullaev, who scored Uzbekistan's goal against Colombia, forces Portugal's custodian into a comfortable save. The chance came after the AFC representatives almost played themselves into trouble at the opposite end.</p><p><strong>From distance!</strong> João Félix unleashes an effort from around 30-yards, and it sails narrowly over Uzbekistan's crossbar. Portugal are starting the second half like they did the first - with intent.</p><p><strong>We're back under way!</strong> Portugal get the ball rolling again, and there's changes for both nations. Nélson Semedo and Francisco Conceição replace João Cancelo and Pedro Neto in like-for-like changes. For Uzbekistan, Mozgovoy and Alijonov enter the fray.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282970177.jpg?crop=1253px,363px,1916px,1278px" alt="Half-time: Portugal 3-0 Uzbekistan"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Portugal 3-0 Uzbekistan</strong> Ronaldo needed just six minutes to fire Portugal into an early lead before Nuno Mendes doubled his team's tally with a superb free-kick. Uzbekistan responded well but Ganiev saw his strike from distance chalked off for a foul on Cancelo before Ronaldo added his second to give Portugal a commanding lead heading into the break.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Almost a fourth!</strong> Cancelo plays in another delicious cross into the path of Ronaldo, who lifts the ball over the onrushing Nematov but Khusanov is on hand to clear the ball off the line.</p><p><strong>Ending with intent</strong> Portugal are looking to end the half strongly, but Uzbekistan are able to clear their crosses.</p><p><strong>Into added time</strong> The fourth official has signalled six additional minutes.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282970264.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4613px,3075px" alt="It's three!"/><figcaption><strong>It's three!</strong> Uzbekistan lose possession in their final third, and Portugal showcase their quality on the counter-attack. Fernandes progresses the ball before playing a perfectly weighted pass into the path of Ronaldo, who makes no mistake in firing the ball low past Nematov.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 39' Cristiano Ronaldo (3-0)</strong></p><p><strong>In search of a third</strong> Pedro Neto continues to be lively down Portugal's right, ghosting past his marker, but this time his cross is cleared.</p><p><strong>Goal ruled out</strong> Ganiev strikes the ball beautifully into the top corner past Diogo Costa from range but it's ruled out for a foul on Cancelo in the build-up after Uzbekistan pressed Portugal high up the pitch to force a defensive error.</p><p><strong>A way back in?</strong> Since the hydration break, Uzbekistan have seen more possession of the ball but so far, it's in front of Portugal's defensive block.</p><p><strong>In control</strong> Portugal are enjoying themselves out there. Fernandes and Mendes link up well down the left, which leads to Uzbekistan losing their cool and conceding a free-kick on the edge of the penalty area. Fernandes clips another ball in, but Uzbekistan are able to clear the danger.</p><p><strong>Looking for a response</strong> Portugal are caught sleeping which allows Nasrullaev to try his luck from the left, but Diogo Costa is alert to the situation to deny the attacker.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282967004.jpg?crop=1913px,241px,1981px,1319px" alt="It's two!"/><figcaption><strong>It's two!</strong> That was clever! All eyes were on Ronaldo, but it was Mendes who took the free-kick, firing the ball low past the wall, and past Nematov.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 17' Nuno Mendes (2-0)</strong></p><p><strong>Free-kick in a dangerous position</strong> Pedro Neto has been lively down Portugal's right, and now he's won a free-kick on the edge of the box after being brought down by Xamrobekov. Ronaldo lines up to take it...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282965565.jpg?crop=935px,120px,1791px,1191px" alt="Milestone achieved "/><figcaption><strong>Milestone achieved </strong> In scoring his ninth World Cup goal, Ronaldo also becomes the only player to score in six World Cup finals.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282428119.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8256px,5504px" alt="Ronaldo! "/><figcaption><strong>Ronaldo! </strong> There it is! It's been all Portugal so far and their early pressure has paid off. Neto lays the ball off for former Bayern Munich defender Cancelo, who feints and progresses the ball towards the byline where he whips in a low cross into the path of Ronaldo. This time, he makes a clean connection and fires the ball past Nematov.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 6' Cristiano Ronaldo (1-0)</strong></p><p><strong>Millimetres away!</strong> Mendes whips in a delightful cross from the left with pace into the path of Ronaldo but the Portugal captain, at full stretch, can't connect with the ball.</p><p><strong>Early chance! </strong> The ball is played into João Neves, who turns on a dime before laying the ball off for Fernandes. The Manchester United man forces Nematov into an early save, but the resulting corner doesn't amount to anything.</p><p><strong>Playing with intent</strong> Already Portugal are looking to assert their dominance. Every outfield player is in Uzbekistan's half, but their opponents are quick to instigate the press.</p><p><strong>Off we go!</strong> Uzbekistan get the ball rolling!</p><p><strong>Kick-off approaching </strong> The teams are out, the national anthems are being played and we're moments from a ball being kicked in Houston, USA.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078775323.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5315px,3543px" alt="Milestone in sight"/><figcaption><strong>Milestone in sight</strong> Cristiano Ronaldo is looking to score in his sixth successive World Cup having struck in 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2022. Currently level with Lionel Messi - who has also scored in five World Cups - he would become the sole record holder.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078774985.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5315px,3543px" alt="Ready and waiting"/><figcaption><strong>Ready and waiting</strong> João Félix, who has 12 goals in 54 caps for Portugal, is making his first appearance at this summer's tournament.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078628449.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="More on that Uzbekistan team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Uzbekistan team</strong> Following their defeat against Colombia, Fabio Cannavaro has made three changes. Nematov replaces Yusupov in goal while Xamrobekov comes in for Mozgovoy in the double pivot. Ganiev starts ahead of Urozov, alongside Shomurodov and Matchday 1 goalscorer Fayzullaev (pictured), in a front three.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078623168.jpg?crop=759px,0px,3290px,2193px" alt="More on that Portugal team"/><figcaption><strong>More on that Portugal team</strong> Roberto Martínez makes two changes to the team that drew against DR Congo. Rúben Dias comes into defence alongside Renato Veiga - who had a spell on loan at Augsburg - in place of Tomás Araújo while João Félix starts ahead of Bernardo Silva in support of Cristiano Ronaldo. Former Bayern Munich defender João Cancelo (pictured) also retains his place at right-back.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Uzbekistan subs</strong> Yusupov, Ergashev, Alijonov, Sayfiev, Eshmurodov, Ulmasaliyev, Urozov, Mozgovoy, Iskanderov, Jiyanov, Urunov, Khamdamov, Esanov, Amonov, Sergeev</p><p><strong>Portugal subs</strong> Sa, Silva, Semedo, Araujo, Dalot, Inacio, Costa, Nunes, Silva, Neves, Ramos, Trinçao, Leao, Guedes, Conceiçao</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078618958.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4037px,2692px" alt="Last time out: Portugal"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Portugal</strong> Former Bayern and Augsburg loan players João Cancelo and Renato Veiga featured in a Portugal side that was held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their Group K opener. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078628449.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Last time out: Uzbekistan"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Uzbekistan</strong> A Colombia side inspired by Bayern's Luis Díaz denied Uzbekistan a dream World Cup debut as they were beaten 3-1, but Abbosbek Fayzullaev ensured for a magical moment as they got on the scoresheet in Mexico City.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Portugal take on Uzbekistan in Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the game kicking off at 6pm CEST in Houston.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/jordanien-vs-algerien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:54:30 GMT</pubDate><title>Jordanien - Algerien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Jordanien - Algerien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/jordanien-vs-algerien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AQ_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078762663_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3230px,2153px" alt="Algeria comeback eliminates Jordan"/><figcaption><strong>Algeria comeback eliminates Jordan</strong> Bundesliga trio Ibrahim Maza (r.), Farès Chaïbi and Ramy Bensebaini played the full 90 minutes in San Francisco as Algeria came from behind to beat and knockout World Cup debutants Jordan. Nizar Al Rashdan put the Asian nation ahead in the first half before Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri took advantage of corners in the second half to turn things around for Algeria, who go level on points with Austria in Group J to set up a final-day decider to determine who goes through automatically.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 82' Amine Gouiri (1-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 69' Nadhir Benbouali (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 36' Nizar Al Rashdan (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282283975.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Last time out: Jordan"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Jordan</strong> Ali Olwan scored Jordan's first-ever goal at the World Cup finals but their tournament debut ended in a 3-1 defeat to a Bundesliga-heavy Austria in the San Francisco Bay Area.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281365500.jpg?crop=0px,113px,4806px,3203px" alt="Last time out: Algeria"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Algeria</strong> Bundesliga trio Ibrahim Maza, Farès Chaïbi and Ramy Bensebaini all started, while Mohamed Amoura came off the bench, as Algeria went down 3-0 to Lionel Messi's hat-trick in their opening game against Argentina in Kansas City.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Jordan take on Algeria in Group J of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the game kicking off at 4am CEST in the San Francisco Bay Area.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/norwegen-vs-senegal/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:44:49 GMT</pubDate><title>Norwegen - Senegal | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Norwegen - Senegal | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/2/norwegen-vs-senegal/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AK_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282856280.jpg?crop=0px,12px,3000px,2001px" alt="Haaland double sends Norway through"/><figcaption><strong>Haaland double sends Norway through</strong> Erling Haaland scored his second World Cup brace in as many games to guide Norway through to the round of 32 alongside France. He added to a first-half opener from Marcus Pedersen, who had been an early replacement for the injured Julian Ryerson. Ismaila Sarr got things back to 2-1 and 3-2 for Senegal, assisted by former Bayern duo Sadio Mané and Nicolas Jackson, but it wasn't enough in New York/New Jersey as the Lions of Teranga remain without a point in Group I.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 90+3' Ismaila Sarr (3-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 58' Erling Haaland (3-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 53' Ismaila Sarr (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 48' Erling Haaland (2-0)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 43' Marcus Holmgren Pedersen (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281951036.jpg?crop=0px,36px,5180px,3456px" alt="Last time out: Norway"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Norway</strong> Former Bundesliga duo Erling Haaland and Leo Østigård were among the goals as Norway marked their first World Cup outing in 28 years with a 4-1 win over Iraq. Julian Ryerson and Antonio Nusa also started for Ståle Solbakken's men in Boston.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078585130.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4096px,2731px" alt="Last time out: Senegal"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Senegal</strong> Bayern Munich loanee Nicolas Jackson struck the post in the first half as Senegal went down 3-1 to France in New York/New Jersey to kick off Group I.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Norway take on Senegal in Group I of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the game kicking off at 1am CEST in New York/New Jersey.</p>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>