<?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>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:30:09 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:40:14 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/round-of-32/deutschland-vs-paraguay/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:38:41 GMT</pubDate><title>World Cup today: Deutschland - Paraguay | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>World Cup today: Deutschland - Paraguay | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/round-of-32/deutschland-vs-paraguay/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B7_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>We're back underway</strong> Germany kick off, but lose possession of the ball rather quickly.</p><p><strong>Goretzka for Nmecha</strong> Germany make a substitution at half-time as outgoing Bayern man Goretzka replaces Dortmund's Nmecha in central midfield.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283911079.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3667px,2445px" alt="Glimmer of hope"/><figcaption><strong>Glimmer of hope</strong> Germany have already turned a game around at this World Cup after being behind at half-time. They were also a goal down at the break against Ivory Coast but came back to win 2-1 through super-sub Deniz Undav, who's had only seven touches in the first half. Germany have also scored six of their 10 tournament goals in the second period.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1079001125.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4860px,3240px" alt="Half-time: Germany 0-1 Paraguay"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Germany 0-1 Paraguay</strong> An extremely tough first half for Germany. Paraguay started on the front foot, then dropped extremely deep after five minutes. Nagelsmann's men dominated but struggled to create anything of note, with half-chances for Undav, Havertz and Nmecha. To make matters worse, Enciso capitalised on the South Americans' first attacking move for 40 minutes. The question remains: What will Germany come up with against this deep defensive block in the second half?</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Corner again</strong> Germany's fifth corner. Again it comes to nothing.</p><p><strong>Germany again!</strong> Following another corner, Kimmich gets a shot off from a tight angle on the left, but he doesn't really connect and Gill can gather.</p><p><strong>Nmecha!</strong> Via a series of deflections the ball somehow finds its way to Nmecha, who shoots first time, but the deflected ball trickles past the left post.</p><p><strong>Mountain to climb</strong> Paraguay haven't lost a World Cup game in which they scored first since 2002 against Spain.</p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> Five minutes of added time.</p><p><strong>Now it gets really tough</strong> The lead will hardly discourage Paraguay from sticking to their disruptive style of play. Germany must now find a way through twice.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283912766.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4287px,2857px" alt="Paraguay strike!"/><figcaption><strong>Paraguay strike!</strong> The South American's first attack of note since the second minute and they lead. A corner is initially cleared, but Paraguay recycle it up the right. Almirón is overlapped by Galarza, whose cross to the penalty spot is met by the head of the unmarked Enciso to find the back of the net.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 42' Julio Enciso (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Lacking conviction</strong> After a short corner, Wirtz is actually in a shooting position, but he hesitates for too long. In the end, the ball is gone.</p><p><strong>Pressing on point, accuracy not yet</strong> Brown wins the ball and it's quickly moved to Havertz out on the left. But he takes too long and then plays a rather sloppy pass to the edge of the penalty area.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283910602.jpg?crop=0px,58px,3219px,2144px" alt="Battling hard"/><figcaption><strong>Battling hard</strong> The third-placed team from Group have looked to draw Germany into many one-on-one duels, with Kimmich coming out on top here.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Good idea</strong> Nmecha looks for Havertz between the lines, but the ball won't stick for him as he turns - slightly held by Canale - and it rolls through.</p><p><strong>A test of patience</strong> Paraguay continue to sit extremely deep, defending in two clear banks of four just in front of their own penalty area. Good ideas are needed by Germany, who seem to be looking to Wirtz on the left to produce.</p><p><strong>Sané offside</strong> A great long ball from Kimmich, but the winger is marginally offside.</p><p><strong>Back under way</strong> Topped up with liquids, can Germany turn their dominance into a lead?</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078999828.jpg?crop=0px,214px,5156px,3437px" alt="Battle of the creative players"/><figcaption><strong>Battle of the creative players</strong> Wirtz and Paraguay's Almiron (l.) could be particularly crucial today.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Three minutes for you to have a drink and mull over the first quarter of this tie.</p><p><strong>Paraguay slowing it down</strong> After a foul by Brown, goalkeeper Gill takes his time with the free-kick.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078999730.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5054px,3369px" alt="Schlotti support"/><figcaption><strong>Schlotti support</strong> His tournament may be over through injury, but the centre-back is still in the USA and supporting the team.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>A planned routine</strong> Kimmich delivers the ball from the left corner to the far post. Tah cannot get a proper connection on it and a foul was called anyway.</p><p><strong>Down the left</strong> Wirtz and Brown combine their way in behind. The latter's cross is blocked for a corner.</p><p><strong>High tempo</strong> It is an impressive opening phase with two teams looking to push forward. Germany have taken control in the last few minutes, though.</p><p><strong>Last-ditch defending</strong> Wirtz delivers brilliantly from the left into the six-yard box, where Canale gets to the ball one step ahead of Havertz. Corner for Germany.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078999827.jpg?crop=0px,0px,7251px,4834px" alt="Undav up top"/><figcaption><strong>Undav up top</strong> The Stuttgart man was shown on pre-match graphics as starting as a No.10, but he's the one leading the line today, with Havertz playing off him.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Undav into the action</strong> First attempt by Germany as Undav is played in on the left, but his curling shot bends over the far corner.</p><p><strong>First stoppage</strong> Gustavo Gómez got hurt in a challenge with Undav, meaning a brief stoppage.</p><p><strong>Defending together</strong> The South Americans are really going for it early on. A quick transition moment and Enciso has a lot of space, but in the end Nmecha and Kimmich clear it together.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283907809.jpg?crop=154px,0px,4466px,2976px" alt="Neuer alert"/><figcaption><strong>Neuer alert</strong> The corner is dangerous as it goes through to the far post. Alonso can shoot on the turn, but Neuer makes himself big to produce a good early stop.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>On the front foot</strong> A bold start by Paraguay. Julio Enciso drives forward down the left, and in the end his deflected shot goes behind for a corner.</p><p><strong>We're off...</strong> Paraguay kick off this round of 32 encounter. France or Sweden await the winners.</p><p><strong>A long time coming...</strong> The teams are out in Boston. It's Germany's first appearance in the knockout rounds of a World Cup since the 2014 final. But they have won eight of their last nine knockout games, losing the other 1-0 to Spain in the 2010 semi-final.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282567447.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Nagelsmann explains attacking switch"/><figcaption><strong>Nagelsmann explains attacking switch</strong> "We want a bit more presence in the opposition's box and a bit more personnel for counter-pressing moments on the last line," Julian Nagelsmann tells ZDF of his decision to start Deniz Undav.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078704181.jpg?crop=0px,416px,2291px,1530px" alt="Deniz the Menace"/><figcaption><strong>Deniz the Menace</strong> World Cup 2026 goals? Three in as many substitute appearances (plus two assists!). Goals for Germany? Nine in 12 caps. Stuttgart goals in all competitions this past season? A handsome 25. Paraguay have been warned.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Undav starts!</strong> Julian Nagelsmann makes two changes following the 2-1 defeat to Ecuador as Nathaniel Brown (Eintracht Frankfurt) – back from injury – and Deniz Undav (VfB Stuttgart) come in for David Raum (RB Leipzig) and Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich).</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282542675.jpg?crop=0px,7px,1024px,682px" alt="Germany to wear all white"/><figcaption><strong>Germany to wear all white</strong> With Paraguay set to play in their navy blue away kit, Julian Nagelsmann’s side will swap their traditional black shorts for white in Boston. “Whenever possible, FIFA seeks to ensure a dark-kit and light-kit colour contrast for its matches, in the interests of including those with a colour deficiency,” a statement on the governing body’s website says.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078967771.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3133px,2089px" alt="Havertz on facing Paraguay"/><figcaption><strong>Havertz on facing Paraguay</strong> "Against Ecuador we saw how much quality the South American teams have. I think in Europe, in general, you don't play them many times, but you just feel the intensity. You feel how aggressive they are on the pitch. How united they are as a team, combined with the fans."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078808281.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4000px,2667px" alt="Paraguay's Alfaro on facing Germany"/><figcaption><strong>Paraguay's Alfaro on facing Germany</strong> "Nobody would have thought that Paraguay would make it to the World Cup [knockout stage]. We're playing against a tough opponent, one that I believe is among the favorites for the World Cup."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078966689.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8192px,5464px" alt="Nagelsmann previews Paraguay clash"/><figcaption><strong>Nagelsmann previews Paraguay clash</strong> "The fire is definitely there. We've trained really well and I'm convinced we'll put on a top performance. We can deliver when it counts. There are some tactical considerations, a few tweaks to make. We're looking at what might help one or two players shine."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago2431586.jpg?crop=0px,174px,2918px,1946px" alt="Bundesliga Paraguayans"/><figcaption><strong>Bundesliga Paraguayans</strong> Some notable Paraguayan internationals have passed through the Bundesliga over the years. Former Bayern Munich striker Roque Santa Cruz (pictured), ex-Borussia Dortmund man Lucas Barrios and former Gladbach forward Raul Bobadilla will probably come to mind first for Bundesliga fans. Another BVB striker from the past, Nelson Valdez, is also on the list, as is Omar Alderete, who briefly played for Hertha Berlin between 2020-21 and is the only member of the current squad with a Bundesliga past.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago14216491.jpg?crop=331px,209px,2078px,1387px" alt="Unbeaten against Paraguay"/><figcaption><strong>Unbeaten against Paraguay</strong> In the only two meetings between these two teams that have taken place until now, Germany have won once (1-0) and drawn once against Paraguay (3-3). Their thrilling six-goal draw with their upcoming opponents came in a friendly in 2013, with Thomas Müller (pictured, middle), Ilkay Gündoğan and Lars Bender all getting on the scoresheet. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078704181.jpg?crop=0px,382px,2291px,1530px" alt="Undav tops the power rankings"/><figcaption><strong>Undav tops the power rankings</strong> The Stuttgart striker leads the likes of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé in FIFA's World Cup power rankings. The ranking system aims to evaluate performances based on data, with all outfield players being assigned a value between 0 and 10 in the categories of attack, creativity, and defense. Undav's current scored is 8.37, with Messi (8.33) and Mbappé (8.12) close behind.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078841442.jpg?crop=208px,258px,5616px,3741px" alt="Brown could return"/><figcaption><strong>Brown could return</strong> The young left-back has returned to team training having missed the loss to Ecuador with an adductor problem. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1032991900.jpg?crop=0px,3px,2253px,1500px" alt="Germany unbeaten in previous meetings"/><figcaption><strong>Germany unbeaten in previous meetings</strong> Across two previous meetings with their soon-to-be round of 32 opponents, Germany have claimed one win and one draw. The first time they faced off against each other was in the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea, when they met in the round of 16. Back then, Germany won 1-0 thanks to a late goal by Bayer Leverkusen's Oliver Neuville (pictured) and went on to reach the final (where they lost 2-0 to Brazil). There was also a memorable encounter between the two sides in a friendly in August 2013, when Paraguay held Germany to a 3-3 draw in Kaiserslautern - a year before Germany became world champions for a fourth time.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283318892.jpg?crop=0px,202px,5024px,3348px" alt="How they got here: Germany"/><figcaption><strong>How they got here: Germany</strong> Julian Nagelsmann's side topped Group E, claiming two wins and one defeat over their three group-stage matches. Germany thrashed Curaçao 7-1 in their tournament curtain-raiser before pulling off a come-from-behind victory over Cote d'Ivoire. A shock 2-1 defeat to Ecuador followed for the final game, meaning Nagelsmann and co. will be hoping to bounce back in the knockout rounds, which they kick off by facing South American opposition once more.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282436576.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3976px,2651px" alt="How they got here: Paraguay"/><figcaption><strong>How they got here: Paraguay</strong> Finishing third in Group D, Paraguay recovered from an opening 4-1 defeat to co-hosts USA by claiming a narrow victory over Türkiye in their second outing before rounding out the group stage with a draw against Australia. Four points and a goal difference of -2 made the South American side the seventh best third-placed team in the competition, which allowed Paraguay to progress to the knockout rounds.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Germany take on Paraguay in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32, kicking off at 10:30pm CEST in Boston.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/round-of-32/brasilien-vs-japan/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:03:11 GMT</pubDate><title>World Cup today: Brasilien - Japan | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>World Cup today: Brasilien - Japan | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/round-of-32/brasilien-vs-japan/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B6_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-2283896109.jpg?crop=0px,23px,3374px,2252px" alt="Brazil advance!"/><figcaption><strong>Brazil advance!</strong> The five-time winners come from behind to reach the Round of 16 with late, late goal! Heartbreak for Japan, who had taken the lead through Mainz's Kaishu Sano. It ends 2-1 in Houston.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Knockout blow?!</strong> Martinelli finds himself between two defenders as a ball is sent into the penalty area, and the finish is as good as they get - right into the corner. Brazil are moments from a place in the Round of 32!</p><p><strong>⚽ 90+6' Gabriel Martinelli (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Six added minutes</strong> A lot can happen in that time...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078995107.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="Hearts in mouths"/><figcaption><strong>Hearts in mouths</strong> Will Brazil get another chance like this?</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Sugawara does his job</strong> Excellent defending by the substitute. The Bremen man gets the better of Vini Junior, winning the foot race along the left byline and clearing the danger.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078994678.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5172px,3448px" alt="Celebrations"/><figcaption><strong>Celebrations</strong> But will the five-time winners still be smiling when the game ends? As things stand, this one is going to extra time...</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Vin-decision</strong> Another solo run from the increasingly influential Vinicius, who can't quite make up his mind inside the penalty area. In the end, he opts for the square pass, which fails to find a teammate.</p><p><strong>Drinks break</strong> The players have a chance to hydrate after a manic start to the half. </p><p><strong>Both sides make changes</strong> Martinelli comes on for the ineffective Cunha. Japan shift to a slightly more defensive set-up as Sugawara replaces Dōan. It's one Bundesliga player for another. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078994646.jpg?crop=107px,0px,6823px,4545px" alt="Pressure pays off"/><figcaption><strong>Pressure pays off</strong> You have to say, Casemiro's equaliser was richly deserved after their waves of sustained pressure.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Ueda tests Alisson</strong> After a slightly deflected shot from the left corner of the penalty area, the Brazilian keeper has to make a second save. He can't quite keep hold of the ball, however. </p><p><strong>Japan remain dangerous on the counter</strong> Brazil are clearly more dominant, but the underdogs still have something to offer. Maeda gets past Danilo but plays the ball too far ahead of himself.</p><p><strong>Fast-paced and all to play for</strong> The second half makes up a little for the rather monotonous first period. It's end-to-end...the match seems completely open.</p><p><strong>Vinicius denied!</strong> What a moment from the dribbling maestro. Tomiyasu is left for dead with an ankle-breaker, and the chipped shot from a few yards out, coming from the half-left channel, is tipped onto the post by Suzuki. What a save that was! </p><p><strong>Casemiro doesn't miss this time! </strong> The next cross, this time from Gabriel, flies through the penalty area towards the back post. Casemiro aims better this time and gives Suzuki no chance with a powerful header. That's the equaliser!</p><p><strong>⚽ 56' Casemiro (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Casemiro denied!</strong> Brazil are growing stronger and really should really have equalised. After another cross goes into a dangerous area, this time Casemiro only needs to head it in from close range, but somehow three Japanese players, including the goalkeeper, clear it off the line.</p><p><strong>Guimarães!</strong> Brazil's best player has their best chance of the game so far. Danilo delivers a silky cross into the crowded penalty area and the midfielder heads powerfully towards the right corner. Suzuki then makes a strong save to keep it at 1-0. </p><p><strong>Lively start</strong> Endrick breaks free down the right and drives towards the box, but his through ball to Vinicius is overhit. Suzuki is there to collect.</p><p><strong>Danilo booked</strong> The right back stops a Japanese counter-attack after shoving Maeda to the ground. </p><p><strong>Tenacious play</strong> Even at the start of the second half, the Japanese aren't giving their counterparts any time to breathe. </p><p><strong>The second half begins with a sub</strong> The injured Paqueta is replaced by top talent Endrick for Brazil. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078993275.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6140px,4093px" alt="Half-time: Brazil 0-1 Japan"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Brazil 0-1 Japan</strong> Japan lead at the break after a terrific strike from Mainz midfielder Sano. Brazil have dominated the ball but have laregely been reduced to long-range shots that haven't really troubled Suzuki. The five-time world champions have 45 minutes to try and turn the tide - and to deprive Japan of their first-ever World Cup knockout stage win. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Strong positioning</strong> The pace is lacking from Brazil. Cunha receives the ball in the centre of the pitch, but is immediately surrounded by three Japanese players and is dispossessed. </p><p><strong>Injury Time</strong> There will be four minutes added on. </p><p><strong>Tactical foul</strong> Former Frankfurt midfielder Kamada stops a counter-attack and is consequently shown a yellow card.</p><p><strong>Brazil frustrated</strong> The favourites look tense. Japan are now pushing out well from the back and keeping Brazil away from their own goal. However, the Selecao still have plenty of time to get back on level terms. </p><p><strong>Japan's tactical plan pays off</strong> Defensively, Japan head coach Moriyasu has come up with something pretty effective so far. Vinicius's side of the pitch is crowded, but the right side with Rayan has barely been exploited by Brazil. What remains are long-range, speculative shots.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078992905.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6379px,4253px" alt="Sano's stunner sends Japan into raptures"/><figcaption><strong>Sano's stunner sends Japan into raptures</strong> </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Vini on the charge</strong> Vinicius tries his luck from distance, but this shot is too central. The reliable Suzuki holds on to the bouncing ball.</p><p><strong>How will the Selecao respond?</strong> The favourites now really need to raise their game. The first response: an attack down the left flank, which ends in another free kick.</p><p><strong>Debut goal</strong> It's Sano's first goal for his nation – and on this stage of all places. Not a bad way to do it...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078992742.jpg?crop=85px,0px,2901px,1935px" alt="Sano!!! What a goal!"/><figcaption><strong>Sano!!! What a goal!</strong> The man who has been at the centre of everything so far has stunned Brazil. He wins the ball back himself in midfield and then marches towards the opposition goal. The Mainz man put everything into this move, eventually finishing perfectly from 25 yards. The ball arrows low into the bottom left corner and Alisson is left with no chance.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 29' Kaishu Sano (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Shot for Japan</strong> Ueda rises high, but doesn't get enough control on the header and it goes well over.</p><p><strong>Drinks break over</strong> The match is back underway. Japan win a corner straight away.</p><p><strong>Sano in focus</strong> The Mainz player is once again at the centre of attention. Following his early booking, he has frequently been called upon and has been involved in many duels. In midfield, he had made a strong clearance in a follow-up challenge just a few minutes ago, but now near his own goal line he is somewhat fortunate that a tackle against Cunha goes unpunished once again.</p><p><strong>Tactical phase</strong> Japan are sitting deep, lying in wait for counter-attacks. Brazil are trying to break them down through their play, but the underdogs are looking more composed as the match progresses.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078991652.jpg?crop=3px,0px,2595px,1733px" alt="An asset for the Brazilians"/><figcaption><strong>An asset for the Brazilians</strong> The Newcastle United midfielder has already had three attempts on goal, driving both fans and teammates forward in equal measure.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Deflected</strong> Kamada wants to sneak the free kick under the wall, but the attempt is blocked and turned away for a corner.</p><p><strong>Risky challenge</strong> Casemiro receives a card for a foul just inches outside his own penalty area.</p><p><strong>Double chance!</strong> Brazil are growing stronger. Cunha's long-range shot is deflected by Suzuki around the left post, and from the resulting corner Guimarães heads just wide. </p><p><strong>Sano picks up an early yellow card</strong> Not intentional, but clearly late. Sano stepped on Vinicius's foot and duly recieves the first booking of the match.</p><p><strong>Dominant start</strong> Brazil have been much the better side so far. Guimarães has a go at goal again, but his long-range effort only finds the head of teammate Paquetá.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078991635.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4860px,3240px" alt="Alert"/><figcaption><strong>Alert</strong> The only offensive action from the Japanese side so far ends with Marquinhos winning a duel against Maeda.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Dangerous free kick</strong> A Brazilian free kick from the left half-space floats into the penalty area. Suzuki is back in position but has to gather the ball at the second time of asking after trying to pluck it out of the air. </p><p><strong>Suzuki to the rescue</strong> This time the attack comes down the left flank. Vinicius is played in behind the defence, but Suzuki rushes off his line and gets to the ball one step ahead of the Real Madrid superstar goalscorer. That was an important intervention from the Japanese keeper.</p><p><strong>Guimarães opens up</strong> Brazil combine down the right flank. The deflected shot from the midfielder goes wide of the right post. Corner for the Selecao...</p><p><strong>Kick-off</strong> The Round of 32 tie, the first real top-tier match of the knockouts, is underway!</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282492739.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5580px,3720px" alt="Goals galore"/><figcaption><strong>Goals galore</strong> In the previous five games in Houston Stadium, 21 goals were scored - no venue has seen more. Among others, Germany won 7-1 against Curacao, the Netherlands 5-1 against Sweden and Portugal 5-0 against Uzbekistan.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283345492.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4275px,2850px" alt="Bundesliga watch"/><figcaption><strong>Bundesliga watch</strong> While Brazil have travelled to the World Cup without any players active in Germany, Japan feature no fewer than three Bundesliga players in their starting eleven alone, with Sano, Ito and captain Dōan. Machino, Sugawara and Suzuki also provide additional Bundesliga quality from the bench.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2281441267.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8256px,5504px" alt="Neymar on the bench again"/><figcaption><strong>Neymar on the bench again</strong> In the squad once more, but starting on from the bench. Neymar will be hoping he can come on again today, just as he did against Scotland last time out. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282568340.jpg?crop=2344px,0px,3136px,2091px" alt="Japan team news"/><figcaption><strong>Japan team news</strong> Sano, Ito, and Tomiyasu return to the Japanese starting XI after being rested for the Sweden clash last time out. Taniguchi also replaces Itakura in the backline, where he will partner Bayern Munich's Ito. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283185366.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4495px,3002px" alt="Brazil team news"/><figcaption><strong>Brazil team news</strong> Head coach Ancelotti has selected the same starting XI that dismantled Scotland in Miami last time out. Vinicius Junior and Matheus Cunha, the two goalscorers from that game, spearhead the Brazilian attack alongside youngster Rayan. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Brazil subs</strong> Weverton, Ederson, Sandro, Bremer, Pereira, Ibañez, Éderson Silva, Fabinho, Danilo, Neymar, Endrick, Henrique, Martinelli, Thiago. </p><p><strong>Japan subs</strong> Ōsako, Hayakawa, Sugawara, Itakura, Nagatomo, Watanabe, Seko, J. Suzuki, Tanaka, Kubo, Y. Suzuki, Machino, Gotō, Ogawa, Shiogai. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/tachyon/sites/2/2022/07/itakura1.jpg?crop=523px,0px,3150px,2099px" alt="Head-to-head record"/><figcaption><strong>Head-to-head record</strong> Brazil and Japan have faced each other 14 times in history. The five-time World Cup winners dominate the fixture with 11 victories, while Japan have just one win - which happened in the most recent meeting between the two sides back in October 2025. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283345462.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4250px,2834px" alt="How they got here: Japan"/><figcaption><strong>How they got here: Japan</strong> Japan finished second in Group F after going unbeaten in their three matches. A superb 4-0 win over Tunisia was sandwiched between draws against the Netherlands and Sweden, which secured their place in the last 32. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078672266.jpg?crop=298px,0px,2529px,1684px" alt="How they got here: Brazil"/><figcaption><strong>How they got here: Brazil</strong> The Seleção qualified top of Group C after beating Haiti and Scotland 3-0. They only dropped points in their opening World Cup game against Morocco, where a Vinicius Jr helped them earn a 1-1 draw in New Jersey.  </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Brazil take on Japan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32, kicking off at 7pm CEST in Houston.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/round-of-32/suedafrika-vs-kanada/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:01:12 GMT</pubDate><title>Südafrika - Kanada | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Südafrika - Kanada | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/round-of-32/suedafrika-vs-kanada/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B5_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-2283752264.jpg?crop=11px,0px,2806px,1871px" alt="Full-time: South Africa 0-1 Canada"/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: South Africa 0-1 Canada</strong> The co-hosts get it done in stoppage time to set up a last 16 game against either Morocco or the Netherlands. In the second half, Canada were by far the better team and had several chances to take the lead. In the final third, however, they were far too wasteful. With Davies came a breath of fresh air before a moment of true quality from Eustáquio got the job done. South Africa are eliminated, but they certainly didn't go down without a fight. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>South Africa throw the kitchen sink</strong> Bafana Bafana have pushed everyone forward in search of an equaliser. However, the end product simply hasn't been there. Crépeau comes out to collect a loose cross. That should be that. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283751997.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3926px,2617px" alt="Eustáquio has surely won it! "/><figcaption><strong>Eustáquio has surely won it! </strong> Cometh the hour, cometh the man! Eustáquio, who has been a standout performer for Canada today, makes all the difference. He collects a loose ball at the edge of the South Africa box, and beautifully drives it into the bottom left corner of the net on the half-volley. You have to say, Canada deserve it after their toil today. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 90+2' Stephen Eustaquio (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> There will be a minimum of five additional minutes. Will we see a late winner here? </p><p><strong>Double South Africa change</strong> Rayners and Moremi are on for the final few minutes of normal time. </p><p><strong>Rare South Africa attack</strong> Appollis appears in the opposition half and shoots from around 20 yards out. Crépeau has to stretch to make the stop, but he - just about - holds onto the ball.</p><p><strong>Canada running out of time </strong> There are less than 10 minutes of normal time left, and despite their very best efforts, the first goal of the game remains elusive. Canada look far more likely to score as things stand, especially after Davies' introduction.  </p><p><strong>Instant impact</strong> Davies is pulling the strings once again, laying the ball into the path of Promise David on the left side of the South Africa box. The forward's shot is too central and is palmed away by Williams.  </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283740132.jpg?crop=262px,0px,4466px,2979px" alt="Here comes Canada's captain..."/><figcaption><strong>Here comes Canada's captain...</strong> Davies is on for the first time at this World Cup. Right away, the Bayern man is involved in a sweeping counter, which ends up with David shooting wide from range. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> The second hydration break is called by the referee. Marsch has used the opportunity to make some more substitutions, bringing on Promise David and Shaffelburg for the final 20 minutes or so. </p><p><strong>What a clearance! </strong> Oluwaseyi  runs away from the entire South African but is denied by a strong Williams save. After that, Mbokazi hacks the ball away just ahead of David, who would have had a simple finish otherwise. Somehow, it's still 0-0. </p><p><strong>Appollis from range</strong> The South African attacker has time and space to shoot. He does so from around 25 yards out, but his effort skews well off target. </p><p><strong>First Canada changes</strong> Marsch brings on Sigur and De Fougerolles for the booked Saliba and Bombito. Still no sign of Davies, however...</p><p><strong>Slick counter</strong> A move that starts with the South African goalkeeper very nearly opens Canada up. In the end, Mbatha floats a cross towards the back post, but Crépeau is alert to the danger and plucks the ball out of the sky. </p><p><strong>Saliba booked</strong> The Canadian midfielder dragged his opponent back in the middle of the park to prevent an attack. He duly picks up a yellow card for the tactical foul. </p><p><strong>Long throw goes awry </strong> Johnston tries to launch one into the South Africa box, but it evades all of his teammates. The co-hosts have looked a little flat so far this half. </p><p><strong>Normal service resumes </strong> South Africa have started the half by reasserting control in the middle of the pitch. They'll be hoping to do more with it in dangerous areas though. </p><p><strong>Second-half gets going</strong> The ball is rolling again in LA. South African head coach Broos has made his first change, bringing on Mbatha for Mofokeng. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078957183.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2266px,1509px" alt="Half-time: South Africa 0-0 Canada"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: South Africa 0-0 Canada</strong> We are goalless at the break, but Canada will feel like they should be ahead by at least one goal. South Africa have enjoyed more possession but lack end product in the final third, while Canada had had a penalty claim and a shot cleared off the line. A huge 45 minutes awaits both sides...</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> There will be a minimum of three minutes added on. </p><p><strong>Penalty appeal! </strong> Laryea goes down under a challange and wants a penalty kick, but Mudau appeared to touch the ball first and then the opponent. The referee waves away Canada's protests. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283745953.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5459px,3640px" alt="Cleared off the line!"/><figcaption><strong>Cleared off the line!</strong> South Africa somehow keep it at 0-0! Eustáquio's corner is once again on the money, as he picks out the head of Bombito, who powers the ball goalwards. However, Modiba is waiting on the goalline to make a stunning block. Canada can't believe they haven't scored. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Five minutes until the break</strong> South Africa are growing into this one as we head towards halftime. </p><p><strong>Bombito to the rescue</strong> Appollis drives into the Canada box with intent, but just as he prepares to shoot, Bombito slides in superbly to make a crucial block and avert the danger. </p><p><strong>Oluwaseyi has a go</strong> The Canada forward decides to shoot from a tight angle on the left side of the penalty area, but Williams is able to make a simple catch. </p><p><strong>Boos from the crowd</strong> Some fans are growing frustrated with the South African defenders passing the ball around the back and are expressing their displeasure. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283742376.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4562px,3042px" alt="Back underway"/><figcaption><strong>Back underway</strong> The game has resumed after the break, and it's South Africa who are straight out of the blocks. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Play is paused for the first of two hydration breaks. It's fair to say Canada have looked the more likely to score so far. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago860238983.jpg?crop=0px,15px,2717px,1810px" alt="Free header! "/><figcaption><strong>Free header! </strong> Eustáquio is causing problems again for South Africa after floating a precision free-kick into the penalty area. Cornelius has a free header and looks set to score the opener - but he somehow misses the ball! </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Wide from David</strong> Eustáquio whips in a lovely driven corner, which finds an unmarked David central in the penalty area. Unfortunately for the co-hosts, the Juventus forward's first-time shot flashes well wide of Williams's goal. </p><p><strong>Big challenge from Mbokazi </strong> South Africa look to be in some trouble as Millar races away down the left channel for Canada. However, Mbokazi scrambles across in the nick of time to make an important block. All of Canada's attacks have been concentrated down the left so far. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283742873.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3305px,2204px" alt="Canada building pressure"/><figcaption><strong>Canada building pressure</strong> They move the ball quickly in South Africa's half and find a route into their penalty area. Maseko is there to sweep up for Bafana Bafana and put the ball out for a corner. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>First shot of the game</strong> South Africa advance with Makgopa on the right. However, he has little support in the final third and so attempts a long-range shot, which is easily saved. </p><p><strong>Quiet start</strong> Canada are enjoying more possession, but South Africa look well organised, as they're keeping the ball away from their own goal and relying on swift counterattacks.</p><p><strong>We're underway!</strong> The ball is rolling at Los Angeles Stadium. Canada are in their all-black kit, while South Africa are in their familiar yellow and green. </p><p><strong>National anthem time</strong> The anthems are being belted out. Kick-off is just moments away in LA.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283204574.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="History in the making"/><figcaption><strong>History in the making</strong> Nine of the 10 African teams at this summer's World Cup have advanced to the Round of 32, including South Africa. This is the most representation the continent has ever had in the knockout rounds of the World Cup, as in 2022, only Morocco and Senegal advanced from their respective groups. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078803420.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3267px,2177px" alt="Canada still without Davies"/><figcaption><strong>Canada still without Davies</strong> Davies is yet to make an appearance off the bench at the World Cup. He is among the substitutes again today, as he continues his recovery from a troublesome muscle injury. In fact, the Bayern man hasn't played for Canada since last year's CONCACAF Nations League third-place play-off against the US, which also happened to be at Los Angeles Stadium. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078645499.jpg?crop=0px,0px,7134px,4757px" alt="Canada team news"/><figcaption><strong>Canada team news</strong> Head coach Marsch has opted to shake things up against South Africa with four changes to his starting XI. Bombito, Eustaquio, Millar and Oluwaseyi start in place of De Fougerolles, Ahmed, Choiniere and Larin, the latter of whom scored in Canada's first two group games. Davies has once again been named among the substitutes. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282231308.jpg?crop=0px,12px,4437px,2960px" alt="South Africa team news"/><figcaption><strong>South Africa team news</strong> Bafana Bafana have made only one change from the side that beat South Korea last time out, as Mokoena, who had to serve a yellow ban, returns to the XI. As such, Mbatha drops to the bench.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>South Africa subs</strong> Chaine, Goss, Matuludi, Ndamane, Kabini, Sibisi, Makhanya, Cross, Mbatha, Adams, Moremi, Foster, Rayners, Sebelebele. </p><p><strong>Canada subs</strong> St. Clair, Goodman, Jones, De Fougerolles, Waterman, Davies, Choinière, Shaffelburg, Ahmed, Osorio, Sigur, Larin, David, Nelson.  </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282408809_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Who could the winner face next? "/><figcaption><strong>Who could the winner face next? </strong> The victor of this round of 32 tie is set to face either Morocco or the Netherlands in the last 16. That game will take place on Saturday, July 4, at Houston Stadium.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078919896.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5000px,3333px" alt="Marsch: Davies is ready to perform"/><figcaption><strong>Marsch: Davies is ready to perform</strong> "Now that we have Alphonso [Davies] back and healthy and ready to perform, I think it's a big moment for the team and a big boost for the team. I think in general, all the players that came into camp with little injuries are now really close to 100% and ready to perform at the highest level and be at our best in these matches."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282262687.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5300px,3533px" alt="Davies eager to make his return"/><figcaption><strong>Davies eager to make his return</strong> "Obviously, it was painful [missing Canada's World Cup group games]. The only thing you want to do is play football. That's what I'm really passionate about. The first game, watching it, I was eager to be on the pitch. Second game, even more so."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/tachyon/sites/2/2021/12/2122_MD10_SGERBL_LS_0056.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5194px,3463px" alt="Head-to-head record"/><figcaption><strong>Head-to-head record</strong> This is just the second ever meeting between South Africa and Canada. Bafana Bafana won the previous encounter 2-0 in a 2007 friendly in Durban. Concerningly for Canada head coach Jesse Marsch, they have also lost both of their competitive meetings against African nations. Canada suffered a 2-0 defeat to Cameroon in the 2001 Confederations Cup before losing 2-1 to Morocco at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282237985.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5849px,3900px" alt="The venue"/><figcaption><strong>The venue</strong> Los Angeles Stadium is the newest venue at the 2026 World Cup, having opened in 2020. The 70,000-capacity arena will host eight matches during the tournament, including two Round of 32 ties and a quarter-final. It is also the home stadium of the LA Rams and the LA Chargers. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283166804.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4707px,3139px" alt="How they got here: Canada"/><figcaption><strong>How they got here: Canada</strong> After an opening 1-1 draw with Bosnia in Toronto, the co-hosts got their first-ever World Cup win by thrashing Qatar 6-0 in Vancouver. However, their return to British Columbia for the final game of Group B brought a 2-1 loss to Switzerland. It was still enough to send the Canucks into the World Cup knockouts for the first time ever, but they miss out on the chance to play on home soil again. Alphonso Davies is yet to play.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282231621.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3686px,2457px" alt="How they got here: South Africa"/><figcaption><strong>How they got here: South Africa</strong> Bafana Bafana are into the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time thanks to a 1-0 win over South Korea in the final game of Group A that saw them leapfrog their opponents into second place on four points. Hugo Broos' side had lost the tournament's opening game to Mexico (2-0) but drew 1-1 with Czechia.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as South Africa take on Canada in the round of 32, kicking off at 9pm CEST in Los Angeles.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/algerien-vs-oesterreich/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:58:51 GMT</pubDate><title>Algerien - Österreich | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Algerien - Österreich | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/algerien-vs-oesterreich/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AR_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>⚽ 90+6' Saša Kalajdžić (3-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 90+3' Riyad Mahrez (3-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 60' Riyad Mahrez (2-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 55' Marcel Sabitzer (1-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 45' Rafik Belghali (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 28' Marko Arnautović (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078771331.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4826px,3217px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Both Algeria and Austria have an excellent chance at qualifying for the round of 32. Despite their Matchday 2 defeat, Austria held onto second place meaning a win or draw against Algeria will see them advance to the knockout stages. Algeria need a win to claim second spot, but with three points already, they could yet qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078762663_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3230px,2153px" alt="Last time out: Algeria"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Algeria</strong> Bundesliga trio Ramy Bensebaini, Ibrahim Maza (r.) and Farès Chaïbi started for Algeria in their 2-1 victory over Jordan as the African nation overturned a one-goal deficit with strikes from Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282797730.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3730px,2486px" alt="Last time out: Austria"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Austria</strong> No fewer than seven Bundesliga-based players (Stefan Posch, Konrad Laimer, Nicolas Seiwald, Xaver Schlager, Romano Schmid, Marcel Sabitzer and Michael Gregoritsch) started for Ralf Rangnick's Austria against Argentina, but they were unable to keep Lionel Messi - who struck twice - at bay.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Algeria take on Austria in the final game of Group J of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 3am CEST in Kansas City.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/jordanien-vs-argentinien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:57:09 GMT</pubDate><title>Jordanien - Argentinien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Jordanien - Argentinien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/jordanien-vs-argentinien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AS_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>⚽ 80' Lionel Messi (1-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 55' Mousa Al Tamari (1-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 31' Lautaro Martínez (P) (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 19' Giovani Lo Celso (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282792467.jpg?crop=25px,0px,3593px,2396px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Eliminated from the World Cup after failing to beat Algeria, Jordan have nothing but pride to play for against Bayer Leverkusen's Exequiel Palacios and his Argentina teammates, who have qualified as Group J winners, setting up a round of 32 tie against the runner-up of Group H.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078763500.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5000px,3335px" alt="Last time out: Jordan"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Jordan</strong> Nizar Al Rashdan opened the scoring for Jordan in the first half before Nadhir Benbouali and Amine Gouiri took advantage of corners in the second period as Algeria secured a 2-1 comeback victory. The result leaves Jordan rooted to the foot of the table and out of the competition.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/gettyimages-2282792043-594x594.jpg?crop=0px,0px,594px,396px" alt="Last time out: Argentina"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Argentina</strong> Lionel Messi made history against Austria as his brace set a new all-time World Cup scoring record of 18 goals - surpassing Miroslav Klose - as defending champions Argentina secured a comfortable 2-0 victory to make it two wins from two in North America.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Jordan take on Argentina in the final game of Group J of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 3am CEST in Dallas.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/dr-kongo-vs-usbekistan/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:31:40 GMT</pubDate><title>DR Kongo - Usbekistan | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>DR Kongo - Usbekistan | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/dr-kongo-vs-usbekistan/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AY_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>⚽ 90+1' Yoane Wissa (3-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 78' Fiston Mayele (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 68' Yoane Wissa (P) (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 10' Eldor Shomurodov (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078606614.jpg?crop=5px,0px,3774px,2523px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Despite DR Congo's draw with Portugal spelling the only point for either of these sides, qualification for the Round of 32 is not mathematically impossible for either nation. In theory, DR Congo could still leapfrog Portugal into second place by defeating Uzbekistan, though they would have to make up a goal difference of +6 on Roberto Martínez's men. Similarly, should the Central Asian nation win, they could progress via the third-place coefficient, but with a current goal difference of -7, an emphatic victory would be needed. A draw is very unlikely to be enough for either side to advance.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282519649.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3080px,2053px" alt="Last time out: DR Congo"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: DR Congo</strong> DR Congo were edged 1-0 by Colombia courtesy of a late Daniel Muñoz strike for the South Americans, which left the African side continuing to occupy third place in Group K after drawing with Portugal in their World Cup campaign curtain-raiser.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282981762.jpg?crop=67px,0px,3339px,2226px" alt="Last time out: Uzbekistan"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Uzbekistan</strong> The central Asian side suffered a second consecutive group-stage defeat after a 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Portugal, which left Fabio Cannavaro's men bottom of Group K heading into their final match.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as DR Congo take on Uzbekistan in the final game of Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 12:30am CEST in Atlanta.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/kolumbien-vs-portugal/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:28:07 GMT</pubDate><title>Kolumbien - Portugal | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Kolumbien - Portugal | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/kolumbien-vs-portugal/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AX_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-2282518215.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Colombia have already qualified for the Round of 32, but a Portuguese victory would see them pipped to Group K's top spot. Meanwhile, Portugal - on four points - cannot finish lower than third regardless of results elsewhere, and in that eventuality, would likely still be one of the strongest third-placed sides in the tournament. Nevertheless, the Euro 2016 winners will be wanting to end their group stage campaign on a high.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078789867.jpg?crop=0px,16px,2921px,1946px" alt="Last time out: Colombia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Colombia</strong> Luis Díaz and Colombia booked their spot in the Round of 32 as the South Americans made it two wins from their opening two outings after edging DR Congo 1-0, with Daniel Muñoz's late strike proving decisive.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282428119_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8256px,5504px" alt="Last time out: Portugal"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Portugal</strong> 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo became both the second-oldest player to ever score at a FIFA World Cup and the first player ever to score in six different iterations of the tournament after his brace helped Portugal to a 5-0 thrashing of Uzbekistan - their first win in the competition so far - which took their points tally up to four in Group K.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Colombia take on Portugal in the final game of Group K of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 12:30am CEST in Miami.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/kroatien-vs-ghana/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:58:38 GMT</pubDate><title>Kroatien - Ghana | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Kroatien - Ghana | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/kroatien-vs-ghana/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B4_prematch.png?fit=1200,630" type="image/png" expression="full" width="1200" height="630"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>⚽ 83' Nikola Vlašić (2-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 73' Derrick Luckassen (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 31' Petar Sučić (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078792893.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8640px,5760px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> With plenty still to play for in Group L, both Croatia and Ghana could still pip current leaders England to the top spot, should either side win and the Three Lions slip up against Panama. Regardless, with Ghana in second on four points and Croatia currently occupying third on three points, both sides should have enough to qualify via the third-place ranking coefficient, barring any major shock results elsewhere.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282505799.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3403px,2268px" alt="Last time out: Croatia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Croatia</strong> The 2022 third-place finishers claimed their first win of their tournament campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Panama thanks to a second-half strike from substitute Ante Budimir. Bayern's Josip Stanišić (r.) was the only Bundesliga starter, though Hoffenheim's Andrej Kramarić was introduced off the bench at half-time. Luka Vušković, Igor Matanović and Kristijan Jakić were unused substitutes.  </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282444221.jpg?crop=0px,4px,3584px,2390px" alt="Last time out: Ghana"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Ghana</strong> Wolfsburg defender Jonas Adjetey played the full 90 minutes as Ghana shut out England in a 0-0 draw. The West African nation are one of just four teams yet to concede a goal at this summer's tournament (alongside Spain, Argentina, and Mexico).</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Croatia take on Ghana in the final game of Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 10pm CEST in Philadelphia.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/panama-vs-england/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:59:07 GMT</pubDate><title>Panama - England | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Panama - England | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/panama-vs-england/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043B3_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-2283112512.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2768px,1846px" alt="Full-time: Panama 0-2 England "/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: Panama 0-2 England </strong> It took them a while to break Panama down, but England secure the three points thanks to second-half goals from Bellingham and Kane. The result means the Three Lions also top Group L and are now set to face either DR Congo or Senegal in the Round of 32. Panama, meanwhile, are heading home empty-handed after losing all three of their group games. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Shot blocked</strong> Eze is played in for England but Córdoba recovers well to block his shot and give away a corner.</p><p><strong>Panama denied a goal</strong> Fajardo is played in behind the England back-line and fires the ball into the top right corner past a helpless Pickford. However, the offside flag is then raised. It was a close one though...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283621777.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4173px,2782px" alt="Stoppage time"/><figcaption><strong>Stoppage time</strong> Six minutes have been added on - will we see any more goals? </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Double Panama substitution</strong> Davis and Quintero will get a late run-out after replacing Gutiérrez and Harvey. </p><p><strong>England push for a third</strong> Madueke has looked bright since coming on, almost grabbing a quick-fire assist. The Arsenal winger drills a cross towards the far post, but Rashford slashes at his attempted shot and the ball flies well wide of the target.</p><p><strong>Kane makes way</strong> Watkins and Henderson replace Kane and Anderson for the final few minutes. Henderson is breaking a record of his own tonight, having become the first Englishman to play at seven major international tournaments.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283112437.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3779px,2517px" alt="England's record-breaker"/><figcaption><strong>England's record-breaker</strong> Kane's 11th World Cup goal means he has officially overtaken Gary Lineker (ten) as England's sole record goalscorer in the competition. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Possible opponents</strong> England are top of the group again and, as things stand, would face Senegal in the first knockout round. If DR Congo win later on against Uzbekistan, they will be England's Round of 32 opponent.</p><p><strong>Wide from Ismael</strong> The ball falls kindly for Ismael inside the England box. He touches the ball away from Konsa and shoots, but the ball ends up in the side-netting. Panama have enjoyed a decent spell since the hydration break. </p><p><strong>Changes for both sides</strong> The end of the second hydration break sees Eze replace the brilliant Bellingham, while Díaz and Londoño are on for Panama. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283114038.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3500px,2332px" alt="Kane makes it 2-0! "/><figcaption><strong>Kane makes it 2-0! </strong> It all comes down the left from Bellingham, who turns provider this time. He shifts the ball onto his right foot and floats a lovely cross towards the head of Kane, who sends Mosquera the wrong way with a clever finish. With that goal, the Three Lions captain has surpassed Gary Lineker as England's all-time World Cup top goalscorer. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 67' Harry Kane (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>Double change</strong> Madueke and Spence are on for the final 30 minutes, replacing Saka and the injured Quansah. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283621504.jpg?crop=147px,0px,4472px,2986px" alt="England take the lead! "/><figcaption><strong>England take the lead! </strong> Who else? Bellingham connects with Saka's low, driving corner, getting his toe on the ball and converting it into the bottom corner of the net. England lead in New Jersey, and return to top spot in Group L. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 62' Jude Bellingham (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Quansah receives treatment  </strong> The Leverkusen defender looks to have done something to his ankle. Spence is getting ready to come on...</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283620623.jpg?crop=0px,19px,3557px,2371px" alt="Kane denied!"/><figcaption><strong>Kane denied!</strong> The England captain gets his first real opportunity to test the Panama stopper. He is played in by Rogers on the right side of the box and tries to find the far corner of the net, but Mosquera is equal to it with a strong double-palmed save. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Side-netting from Rashford</strong> The England winger bursts forward down the left and fizzes a shot goalwards from a tight angle. He finds the side-netting, which was probably the wrong choice with Kane unmarked inside the Panama box...</p><p><strong>Fajardo booked</strong> José Fajardo pulls Konsa's jersey and receives the first yellow card of the game.
</p><p><strong>How did that not go in!?</strong> Rashford whips a lovely cross into the opposition box, looking for Kane in the six-yard box. One Panama defender plays the ball off his teammates leg and the ball spins just over the top of the crossbar. That was very nearly the tournament's first comedy own goal!</p><p><strong>Bellingham takes a knock </strong> The Real Madrid superstar is clipped by Córdoba and looks to be in some discomfort. At the other end of the pitch, Martínez stayed on the ground after O'Reilly landed on top of him. Both players are back on their feet. </p><p><strong>Second half is underway</strong> The ball is rolling again. Panama have made a change at the break, bringing on Fajardo for Rodríguez. </p><p><strong>A daunting prospect</strong> Should they finish second in Group L, England will play Portugal or Colombia in the Round of 32 and Spain (or Austria) in the round of 16. A matchup with Germany could also be on the cards in the semi-finals.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283615144.jpg?crop=18px,0px,4318px,2881px" alt="Half-time: Panama 0-0 England "/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: Panama 0-0 England </strong> The two sides are deadlocked at the break in New Jersey. While England have looked brighter than they did last time out against Ghana, they have still not created a clear-cut chance in front of goal, with Rashford's tricky header being their best opportunity to score. Panama, meanwhile, have looked a threat on the break, calling Pickford into action on a handful of occasions. As things stand, England will have to settle for second spot in Group L. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Not far away! </strong> Rashford takes the free-kick from around 25 yards out. He curls it around the wall, but it ends up flashing just wide of Mosquera's left post. He has been England's biggest threat in the first half, although that isn't saying too much. </p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> There will be three minutes of stoppage time before the break. England have a central free-kick from a dangerous position here...</p><p><strong>Corner struggles for Saka</strong> The winger has assumed corner-kick responsibilities in the absence of Rice tonight. However, it's fair to say he hasn't troubled the Panama defenders so far, as his latest effort was headed away uncontested at the near post.  </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283104322.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Rashford heads over! "/><figcaption><strong>Rashford heads over! </strong> Anderson swings in a teasing cross from the right side. Rashford connects with the ball at the far post, but can't keep his effort down, which balloons over the crossbar. Moments earlier, Saka had a penalty appeal waved away by the referee. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>The pressure is on...</strong> Croatia have taken the lead against Ghana, meaning that, as things stand, England have dropped down to second in Group L. They'll need to win tonight to keep hold of top spot. </p><p><strong>Nice idea from O'Reilly</strong> The Manchester City full-back makes a clever run into the Panama box and is well picked out by Rashford. O'Reilly tries to flick the floated ball into the corner of the net with his head, but it lacks power and is easily saved. </p><p><strong>Match resumes</strong> The game is back underway, and it's Panama who catch England napping. After winning the ball, Rodríguez suddenly appears on the left in front of Pickford and forces the England goalkeeper into a strong stop at the near post. Panama continue to pose a threat on the counter. </p><p><strong>Hydration break</strong> Despite the persistent rain, the referee has paused proceedings for the first of two hydration breaks. </p><p><strong>Shot blocked! </strong> Rogers can't work the space for a shot inside the Panama penalty area, and so he rolls it off to Saka on the right side. The Arsenal man gets a shot off, but it's well blocked by Andrade. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283093725.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="England combining well"/><figcaption><strong>England combining well</strong> Much of their good work so far has come on the left side, as Rashford and O'Reilly are combining very effectively. England are offering a bigger threat than they did against Ghana at this stage. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Wasted opportunity for Panama </strong> This time, England are caught in possession in their own half, but Rodríguez can't hold the ball up and is quickly dispossessed. Tuchel's side can't afford to be that casual at the back. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283614565.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3799px,2533px" alt="High press from the outset"/><figcaption><strong>High press from the outset</strong> Panama are struggling to get out of their half as England, possibly assisted by the cool and rainy conditions, are pressing them high up the pitch. O'Reilly in particular isn't giving his opposite number any breathing space. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Tame from Saka</strong> England have another corner, which this time is taken short. After a give-and-go, Saka shoots from a tight angle, but it lacks bite and is easily held by Mosquera. </p><p><strong>Rashford lets fly</strong> It's nice, direct play from the Manchester United winger. He cuts inside onto his right foot and shoots from the edge of the Panama box, forcing a decent stop from the keeper at his near post. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283098384.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="England assert control "/><figcaption><strong>England assert control </strong> As expected, England are starting to dictate proceedings already. Saka and Rashford look bright on the wings, but the side's first corner-kick is well cleared by Panama. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Rodríguez tests Pickford</strong> Panama have a shot at goal right from kick-off, but fortunately for the three Lions, the effort is straight at Pickford, who holds onto the ball with ease. </p><p><strong>We're underway!</strong> The ball is rolling in New Jersey. England are in their changed red and blue strip, while Panama play in all white. </p><p><strong>National anthem time</strong> The England players and fans are currently belting out God Save the King, which means only one thing: kick-off is moments away.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283608591.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,1998px" alt="And then there were two..."/><figcaption><strong>And then there were two...</strong> Kane and Pickford are the only players in today's England XI who also started against Panama at the 2018 World Cup. Captain Kane scored a hat-trick that day as Gareth Southgate's men triumphed 6-1 in Nizhny Novgorod.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283604242.jpg?crop=22px,0px,5337px,3556px" alt="Panama team news"/><figcaption><strong>Panama team news</strong> Panama, by contrast, make three changes to their starting line-up, with Escobar, Gutiérrez and Rodriguez coming in for Ramos, Blackman and Fajardo. It's a milestone occasion for Escobar, who is set to earn his 100th cap tonight. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283603906.jpg?crop=0px,42px,5154px,3434px" alt="England team news"/><figcaption><strong>England team news</strong> Thomas Tuchel makes five changes to the side that drew with Ghana last time out. Saka is the headline inclusion, coming in for Madueke on the right wing, while Quansah, Rashford, Rogers and O'Reilly also start for the Three Lions.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Panama subs</strong> Samudio, Mejía, Miller, Davis, Ramos, Fariña, Blackman, Yanis, Godoy, Quintero, Carrasquilla, Londoño, Waterman, Fajardo Díaz</p><p><strong>England subs</strong> Henderson, Trafford, Stones, Chalobah, Burn, Spence, Rice, Henderson, Mainoo, Eze, Gordon, Watkins, Madueke, Toney</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282476428.jpg?crop=0px,58px,4673px,3116px" alt="Change in defence "/><figcaption><strong>Change in defence </strong> England are definitely without right-back Reece James (pictured, l.), who injured his hamstring last time out against Ghana. Trevoh Chalobah could be drafted in, while Leverkusen’s Jarell Quansah is also a contender. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-982701020.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3066px,2044px" alt="England 6-1 Panama - previous meeting"/><figcaption><strong>England 6-1 Panama - previous meeting</strong> The two nations have only met on one other occasion, in the World Cup 2018 group stage. Harry Kane's hat-trick sent England on their way to a 6-1 victory, their biggest win in the finals, to secure the Three Lions' berth in the round of 16.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282456322.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Kane remaining confident after Ghana draw"/><figcaption><strong>Kane remaining confident after Ghana draw</strong> “We’re in a great position - we play Panama next. I spoke before about major tournaments, you chunk it up into two separate tournaments. First the group stage, making sure you make it through and hopefully we can finish with a win and finish top. Then comes the second tournament which is obviously the knockout stage. We’ve almost done part one, we recover now - it’s a quick turnaround, but we look forward to getting back out there in a few days."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283136729.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5870px,3913px" alt="Tuchel looking ahead to Panama clash"/><figcaption><strong>Tuchel looking ahead to Panama clash</strong> “We can do stuff better, but there’s no concern. Kane had one chance that he never misses and he missed it [against Ghana]. This will not be the first match like this. I have some respect also for our group, even the third match against Panama, as they were very good against Ghana."</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283006614.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2933px,1954px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> England head into their final group stage game at the top of Group L, level on points with Ghana but with a superior goal difference. Facing a Panama side playing only for pride, Thomas Tuchel's side are now guaranteed a place in the knockout rounds but will be keen to advance as group winners.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283026593.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5092px,3398px" alt="Last time out: Panama "/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Panama </strong> Panama's World Cup journey came to an end after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Croatia, courtesy of a second-half winner from Ante Budimir, which leaves them mathematically unable to qualify for the round of 32. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282486913.jpg?crop=63px,0px,4026px,2681px" alt="Last time out: England"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: England</strong> Harry Kane once again led Thomas Tuchel's England out as captain against a Ghana side which held the Three Lions to a goalless draw in their second Group L outing in Boston. Bayer Leverkusen's Jarell Quansah was an unused substitute.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Panama take on England in the final game of Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 10pm CEST in New York/New Jersey.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/neuseeland-vs-belgien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:37:13 GMT</pubDate><title>Neuseeland - Belgien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Neuseeland - Belgien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/neuseeland-vs-belgien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AA_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/imago1078886504.jpg?crop=44px,0px,5208px,3475px" alt="Belgium advance, New Zealand eliminated"/><figcaption><strong>Belgium advance, New Zealand eliminated</strong> In Group G, Eintracht Frankfurt's Arthur Theate made his first start of the tournament at the heart of Belgium's defence as the Red Devils thrashed New Zealand 5-1 to claim a first win of their World Cup campaign. Amonst the scorers was former Wolfsburg star Kevin De Bruyne, who netted Belgium's third of the evening. With just one point from their three games, New Zealand's journey has drawn to a close.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 90+4' Alexis Saelemaekers (1-5)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 86' Romelu Lukaku (1-4)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 84' Elijah Just (1-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 66' Kevin De Bruyne (0-3)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 50' Leandro Trossard (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 28' Leandro Trossard (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078740096.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4121px,2748px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> A win for Belgium will effectively guarantee a place in the round of 32, but a draw may be enough. As for New Zealand, anything less than a victory will see them eliminated from the tournament. Win, and it will depend on the other fixture in the group as to where they finish.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078741168.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4500px,3000px" alt="Last time out: New Zealand"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: New Zealand</strong> Finn Surman's header gave New Zealand an early lead against Egypt, but they conceded three unanswered goals in the second period, leaving the OFC representatives in search of their maiden World Cup win.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078735028.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3671px,2448px" alt="Last time out: Belgium"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Belgium</strong> Eintracht Frankfurt defender Arthur Theate made his World Cup debut after replacing Romelu Lukaku in the 73rd minute, but Kevin De Bruyne and Co. were held to a 0-0 draw against Iran, leaving the Red Devils in a precarious position heading into Matchday 3.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as New Zealand take on Belgium in the final game of Group G of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 4am CEST in Vancouver.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/aegypten-vs-iran/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:33:43 GMT</pubDate><title>Ägypten - Iran | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Ägypten - Iran | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/aegypten-vs-iran/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043A9_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-2283518673.jpg?crop=0px,10px,3937px,2627px" alt="Egypt survive late scare against Iran to progress"/><figcaption><strong>Egypt survive late scare against Iran to progress</strong> Egypt held Iran to a 1-1 draw to finish second in Group G behind Belgium and qualify for the knockout rounds for the first time in their country's history. Former Eintracht Frankfurt forward Omar Marmoush (pictured) was introduced as a half-time substitute. Iran thought they'd won it in the dying seconds via a 97th-minute Shoja Khalilzadeh strike but VAR intervened for an offside, meaning they must play the waiting game to see if they will qualify as one of the top-eight third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 14' Ramin Rezaeian (1-1)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 5' Mahmoud Saber (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078741213.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4500px,3000px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Egypt's destiny is in their own hands. A win against Iran will guarantee they advance as Group G winners, meaning they will play a third-placed team in the knockout rounds. As for Iran, a win would also secure a place in the knockout rounds. However, if Belgium win in the other fixture and Iran don't pick up three points, it will leave them looking over their shoulders to see if they secure a knockout berth as one of eight best third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282689562.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3865px,2576px" alt="Last time out: Egypt"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Egypt</strong> Finn Surman's header handed New Zealand a shock lead against Egypt, but the African nation responded well after the break with three unanswered goals from Mostafa Ziko, Mohamed Salah and Trézéguet to secure the Pharaohs their first win at the World Cup finals to top Group G.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282134975.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5414px,3609px" alt="Last time out: Iran"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Iran</strong> Iran earned an excellent point courtesy of a disciplined defensive performance, including a tremendous display from goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand to secure a 0-0 draw against Belgium to keep the AFC representatives in contention with a knockout berth.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Egypt take on Iran in the final game of Group G of the FIFA World Cup 2026, kicking off at 4am CEST in Seattle.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/kap-verde-vs-saudi-arabien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:31:57 GMT</pubDate><title>Kap Verde - Saudi-Arabien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Kap Verde - Saudi-Arabien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/kap-verde-vs-saudi-arabien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AF_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-2283506172.jpg?crop=0px,14px,3387px,2256px" alt="Cape Verde make history"/><figcaption><strong>Cape Verde make history</strong> In Group H, Cape Verde claimed a third consecutive draw in their final outing as they played Saudi Arabia to a 0-0 standstill to finish as runners-up behind Spain. In so doing, the West African island country became the smallest nation by land area ever to reach the knockout stages of a World Cup, whilst Saudi Arabia finished bottom of the group on two points. Cape Verde will now face Argentina in the round of 32.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078738926.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2848px,1899px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> A win for Cabo Verde would send them through to the knockout rounds, and a draw could do the same if Uruguay lose to Spain. Additionally, if they match Uruguay's result, a draw would see Cabo Verde finish third and potentially qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams. Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, have to win, but they could still progress as runners-up if Spain beat Uruguay. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282677746.jpg?crop=86px,0px,3990px,2660px" alt="Last time out: Cabo Verde"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Cabo Verde</strong> Cabo Verde's dream continues after scoring their first World Cup goals in a 2-2 with Uruguay on Matchday 2. Kevin Pina netted the historic opener for the island nation, who then had to fight back from 2-1 down against the South Americans, with substitute Hélio Varela's strike on the hour mark keeping Group G wide open.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078753715.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5195px,3463px" alt="Last time out: Saudi Arabia"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Saudi Arabia</strong> Saudi Arabia found themselves 3-0 down inside 24 minutes against Spain on Saturday. Matters went from bad to worse when Hassan Al-Tambakti bundled the ball into his own net shortly after the break in what was a 4-0 defeat that left the AFC representatives bottom of Group H with one point. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Cabo Verde take on Saudi Arabia in the final game of Group H, kicking off at 1am CEST in Houston.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/uruguay-vs-spanien/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:32:52 GMT</pubDate><title>Uruguay - Spanien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>Uruguay - Spanien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</description><link>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/uruguay-vs-spanien/liveticker</link><media:content url="https://assets.bundesliga.com/matchteaser/DFL-COM-J00028/DFL-SEA-0001KA/DFL-MAT-J043AG_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/imago1078883516.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3622px,2415px" alt="Spain claim top spot as Uruguay crash out"/><figcaption><strong>Spain claim top spot as Uruguay crash out</strong> Luis de la Fuente's Spain edged Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay in a narrow 1-0 victory courtesy of a late, first-half strike from Álex Baena. The South American side also finished the game with 10 men after Agustín Canobbio was dismissed for a high challenge on Pau Cubarsí. Bayer Leverkusen's Alejandro Grimaldo had to extend his wait on the bench for a first World Cup appearance. The result sees Spain advance as group winners, whilst Uruguay suffer a second consecutive group-stage elimination.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 42' Álex Baena (0-1)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/3/GettyImages-2269394790.jpg?crop=0px,0px,7668px,5112px" alt="Grimaldo to feature?"/><figcaption><strong>Grimaldo to feature?</strong> Leverkusen's man will be hoping to make his first appearance of the tournament as Spain aim to progress to the next round. He has 14 caps to his name and, while this is first participation at the World Cup, he made two appearances as La Roja won UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078727290.jpg?crop=0px,0px,7645px,5097px" alt="What's at stake?"/><figcaption><strong>What's at stake?</strong> Spain and Uruguay respectively occupy first and second in Group H. A win in this one would guarantee Spain top spot, while a draw would also do the same, as long as Cabo Verde don't beat Saudi Arabia and overturn La Roja's goal difference. As for Uruguay, they must equal or better Cabo Verde's result to avoid elimination. However, a victory over Spain would secure their place in the round of 32.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078758102.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3622px,2415px" alt="Last time out: Uruguay"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Uruguay</strong> Goals from Maximiliano Araújo and Agustín Canobbio (pictured) gave Uruguay a 2-1 lead on the stroke of half-timeon Matchday 2 against Cabo Verde, but the South American nation had to settle for a draw when Hélio Varela equalised in the second half, leaving Uruguay second in the group on two points.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282635500.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,1998px" alt="Last time out: Spain"/><figcaption><strong>Last time out: Spain</strong> Bayer Leverkusen's Alejandro Grimaldo was an unused substitute as Spain ran out comfortable 4-0 winners against Saudi Arabia on Matchday 2. Mikel Oyarzabal (pictured) struck twice after Lamine Yamal opened the scoring, before Hassan Al-Tambakti's own goal early in the second half secured Luis de la Fuente's side a first win of the tournament.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Welcome!</strong> Follow all of the action as Uruguay take on Spain in the final game of Group H, kicking off at 1am CEST in Guadalajara.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><guid>https://www.bundesliga.com/en/world-cup/matchday/2026-2027/3/senegal-vs-irak/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:38:59 GMT</pubDate><title>Senegal - Irak | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>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/imago1078875323.jpg?crop=0px,94px,4528px,3019px" alt="Senegal in the mix"/><figcaption><strong>Senegal in the mix</strong> Nicolas Jackson (pictured) was a second-half substitute as Senegal thrashed Iraq 5-0 in their final Group I game. The result means they finished on three points and, having bolstered their goal difference, they are in a good position to go through to the round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams.</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 82' Iliman Ndiaye (5-0)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 71' Pape Gueye (4-0)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 59' Pape Gueye (3-0)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 56' Ismaila Sarr (2-0)</strong></p><p><strong>⚽ 4' Habib Diarra (1-0)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078096126.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="First participation for Ndiaye?"/><figcaption><strong>First participation for Ndiaye?</strong> Bayern youngster Bara Ndiaye is yet to feature for Senegal at this tournament, having only picked up one cap prior. Will get onto the field of play here as the African nation aim to reach the knockout stages?</figcaption></figure><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/norwegen-vs-frankreich/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:04:35 GMT</pubDate><title>Norwegen - Frankreich | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>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-2282948399.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3802px,2535px" alt="Full-time: France 4-1 Norway "/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: France 4-1 Norway </strong> France makes it three wins out of three in Boston to top Group I. They were in control from the outset against a heavily rotated Norway side, as Dembélé's 32-minute hat-trick took the game away from the Vikings in the first-half. Norway had chances to get back into it in the second period, most notably through Strand Larsen's penalty, but the Palace man couldn't convert. The win for France means they could face Germany in the Round of 16, and on current form, they'll surely take some stopping. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Doué adds a fourth goal!</strong> France wrap up the three points - and indeed the group win - in style. Barcola crosses the ball to Doué in the centre of the Norway box, who expertly heads the ball beyond the helpless Selvik. Job done for the pre-tournament favourites. </p><p><strong>⚽ 90+4' Désiré Doué (1-4)</strong></p><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> There will be an additional five minutes of play. </p><p><strong>France managing the final moments</strong> The 2018 world champions are just slowing things down here, knocking the ball around comfortably. Norway are still chasing them down, but they can't create scoring opportunities from their limited possession.</p><p><strong>France also switch things up</strong> Premier League standouts Mateta and Gusto replace Mbappé and Koundé for France. They're almost over the line...</p><p><strong>Double substitution</strong> There will be some Bundesliga representation for the final few minutes here, as RB Leipzig's Nusa is on for Norway. Bodø/Glimt winger Petter Hauge will also get a runout. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078870788.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5454px,3636px" alt="Final ball lacking"/><figcaption><strong>Final ball lacking</strong> Norway currently have more possession and control of the game. However, they lack the precision in the final third to make this a nervy finish for France. 
</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Bayern man makes way</strong> Upamecano is replaced by Real Madrid new boy Konate for the final 15 minutes or so.  </p><p><strong>First yellow card for France</strong> Tchouameni goes in too aggressively on Aasgaard, which results in a booking for the Frenchman. 
</p><p><strong>What a chance for Bobb!</strong> Norway race away on the counter and goalscorer Aasgaard is able to find Bobb on the right side of the French penalty area. He pulls the trigger, but his effort at goal is well saved by Maignan, who has kept his side in the lead this half. Norway are running out of time to level this one. </p><p><strong>Second hydration break</strong> There will be a three-minute pause in proceedings as the players take on fluids.  </p><p><strong>Both sides make changes</strong> Barcola and Cherki are on for the French, replacing Olise and hat-trick hero Dembélé. Meanwhile, Norway swap Falchener for Langås. </p><p><strong>Wide from Lacroix</strong> From a fairly central area, Olise curls a delicious free-kick into the Norway box. Lacroix is there to meet it at the back post, but he can't quite convert from a narrow angle. </p><p><strong>Selvik receives treatment </strong> The keeper looks to have taken a knock while scrambling to save Mbappé's shot. However, after some treatment from the Norway medical staff, he seems fine to continue. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282946056.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5340px,3560px" alt="Mbappé tries his luck"/><figcaption><strong>Mbappé tries his luck</strong> The Real Madrid superstar finds himself in some space and lets off a shot from the edge of the Norway box. It's a decent effort which is narrowly off target. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Norway undeterred </strong> Even though they missed the penalty and France just launched a dangerous counter-attack, Norway are currently on the offensive once again. Berg whips in a teasing corner, but Østigård's flicked header from a few yards out flashes well wide. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282950181.jpg?crop=1958px,0px,2908px,1941px" alt="Saved by Maignan!"/><figcaption><strong>Saved by Maignan!</strong> Strand Larsen tries the stutter step but it's read well by Maignan, who gets down sharply to his left to stop the penalty. It wasn't the best of spot-kicks, it has to be said...</figcaption></figure><p><strong>Penalty Norway! </strong> Bobb skips past the challenge of a French defender inside the box, only to then be brought down when attempting to get past Hernández. Penalty Norway, with Strand Larsen to take it...</p><p><strong>Second half gets going</strong> Norway have 45 minutes to try and turn this one around. They've made a pair of changes at the break, bringing on Pedersen and Thorsby. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283473532.jpg?crop=0px,43px,5243px,3496px" alt="Historic hat-trick"/><figcaption><strong>Historic hat-trick</strong> Dembélé is the first player in over 30 years to score a first-half hat-trick in a World Cup game. The last man to do so was Russian striker Oleg Salenko against Cameroon, who went on to score five in the 1994 World Cup group-stage match. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282948360.jpg?crop=0px,0px,2844px,1895px" alt="Half-time: France 3-1 Norway"/><figcaption><strong>Half-time: France 3-1 Norway</strong> It's been the Dembélé show so far in Boston, as his first-half hat-trick currently separates the two sides. As things stand, France will win Group I on three wins out of three, with Norway advancing in second place, setting up a tasty Round of 32 tie against Ivory Coast. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>Stoppage time</strong> There will be an additional five minutes before the halftime break. </p><p><strong>Selvik to the rescue...again</strong> Koné plays a lovely give-and-go with Mbappe and gets in behind the Norway backline. However, Selvik rushes off his line impressively to cut off the angle for a shot.</p><p><strong>Let-off for Norway!</strong> Felchener sells his goalkeeper very short with a back pass, allowing Doué to challenge for the ball. Fortunately for Norway, Selvik then prevents the PSG forward from taking the ball around him. </p><p><strong>Norway back on the ball</strong> They haven't given up just yet. Norway are trying to get their passing game going, although France have dropped into a very compact defensive shape and are supressing the threat well. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078870786_1.jpg?crop=0px,0px,4604px,3070px" alt="Hat-trick hero!"/><figcaption><strong>Hat-trick hero!</strong> Dembélé cannot be stopped today. He notches his third goal of the game with an almost identical finish to his first two, after drilling the ball into the far corner of Selvik's net from the right corner of the penalty area. The Norway defenders were very standoffish, and the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner made them pay the price for it. It's a long road back for the Vikings now. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 32' Ousmane Dembélé (1-3)</strong></p><p><strong>Back underway</strong> The game has resumed after the hydration break, and it's Norway who are back on the front foot. Schjelderup gets to the byline down the left channel and tries to find Strand Larsen inside the France six-yard box, but Maignan is able to smother the ball. </p><p><strong>Hydration break </strong> At the 25-minute mark, the referee has paused the game for the first hydration break. Norway will be hoping it doesn't kill their momentum, having pulled a goal back moments prior.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282948359.jpg?crop=0px,0px,8256px,5504px" alt="Perfect responce from Norway!"/><figcaption><strong>Perfect responce from Norway!</strong> Norway have a goal back instantly! Straight after the kick-off, the Scandinavians play the ball forward down the left flank. Schjelderup then gives it to Aasgaard centrally, who uses a feint to beat his opponent. His near-post shot catches Maignan by surprise and flies into the back of the net. Game on! </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 21' Thelo Aasgaard (1-2)</strong></p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078870611.jpg?crop=198px,0px,6770px,4513px" alt="Dembélé at the double! "/><figcaption><strong>Dembélé at the double! </strong> Mbappé and Dembele combine beautifully again. The latter receives the ball just outside the Norway box and curls it perfectly into the corner of the net. It's a clincal start from France, who, as things stand, are well on their way towards winning Group I. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 20' Ousmane Dembélé (0-2)</strong></p><p><strong>Strong save by Selvik</strong> Mbappé is proving to be a handful again. This time, he cuts inside from the left and tries to sneak the ball inside the near post, but Selvik keeps it out with a combination of hand and leg. </p><p><strong>Strand Larsen should score! </strong> It's Norway's first chance of the game, and it's a big one. Aursnes' cross eventually falls at the feet of Strand Larsen in the centre of the Franch box, who has time and space to pick his corner. However, the Palace forward leans back and blazes his effort well over the crossbar. </p><p><strong>Olise denied </strong> Tchouameni does great initially to win the ball back high up the pitch. He finds Olise, who drives inside the Norway box and tries to find the corner - but is denied by an excellent last-ditch block. </p><p><strong>Berg goes into the book</strong> The Norway midfielder prevents a counter-attack by pulling back Olise and is booked for his action. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283469845.jpg?crop=0px,66px,4374px,2918px" alt="Dembélé with the breakthrough! "/><figcaption><strong>Dembélé with the breakthrough! </strong> That didn't take long! Dembélé gets his second goal of the tournament - and it's a beauty. Mbappé picks out the PSG man in acres of space on the right, who cuts inside and picks out the far corner of the net with relative ease. Norway have hardly had a kick so far...</figcaption></figure><p><strong>⚽ 7' Ousmane Dembélé (0-1)</strong></p><p><strong>Koné forces a save</strong> The ball comes out to the Roma midfielder at the edge of the Norway box. He strikes it first time, and forces a decent stop from Selvik, who pushed the ball away to safety. It's been all France so far. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282946056.jpg?crop=0px,0px,5340px,3560px" alt="Mbappé rattles the crossbar! "/><figcaption><strong>Mbappé rattles the crossbar! </strong> What a start that would have been! The French forward bursts down the right side of the pitch and unleashes a rasping effort from a tight angle. Selvik gets a fingertip to the ball and miraculously turns it onto the crossbar. Superb football all around. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>We're underway! </strong> The ball is rolling. France are in all white, Norway in all red. </p><p><strong>National anthems </strong> Here come the national anthems of both sides - we're just moments away from kick-off in Boston. </p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2282932147.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Bundesliga watch"/><figcaption><strong>Bundesliga watch</strong> Former Wolfsburg player Lacroix is set to make his first competitive appearance for France tonight, as his first four international matches were all friendlies. Bayern duo Olise and Upamecano also start for France, while Nusa and Tangvik are on the bench for Norway. </figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2279969030.jpg?crop=5px,0px,3629px,2427px" alt="France team news"/><figcaption><strong>France team news</strong> By contrast, France have made only four changes to their starting line-up compared to their 3-0 win against Iraq. Saliba, Digne, Rabiot, and Barcola are all on the bench, replaced by Lacroix, Tchouameni, Hernández and Doué. As a reminder, assistant coach Guy Stephan is in charge of France in Deschamps' absence.</figcaption></figure><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078802796.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,1998px" alt="Norway team news"/><figcaption><strong>Norway team news</strong> Head coach Solbakken has opted to rest almost his entire starting XI, making ten changes to his line-up compared to their last match against Senegal. No other coach has made as many changes from game to game at this World Cup (the USA made nine against Turkey). Midfielder Aursnes is the only player retained for Norway. </figcaption></figure><p><strong>France subs</strong> Samba, Risser, Gusto, Digne, Konaté, Saliba, Hernández, Kante, Rabiot, Zaire-Emery, Thuram, Barcola, Mateta, Cherki, Akliouche.</p><p><strong>Norway subs</strong> Nyland, Tangvik, Ajer, Møller Wolfe, Pedersen, Heggem, Langås, Ryerson, Thorsby, Berge, Ødegaard, Sørloth, Haaland, Nusa, Petter Hauge.</p><figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2025/4/GettyImages-1251617107.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3432px,2288px" alt="Upamecano discusses Haaland plan"/><figcaption><strong>Upamecano discusses Haaland plan</strong> Ahead of the clash, France and Bayern centre-back Upamecano has been discussing how to stop Norway's main man. "With Haaland, you always have to keep one eye on him, tracking his position, and one eye on the ball carrier, even if you aren't outnumbered. When he’s on my blind side and one of his team-mates is overlapping, I know I have to check over my shoulder two or three times to see where he's going and how he's positioning himself. </figcaption></figure><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: Côte d'Ivoire.</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/tuerkei-vs-usa/liveticker</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:05:29 GMT</pubDate><title>Türkei - USA | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>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 USA"/><figcaption><strong>Full-time: Türkiye 3-2 USA</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 there'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 05:11:28 GMT</pubDate><title>Paraguay - Australien | 2026/27 Season | World Cup</title><description>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/GettyImages-2283358532.jpg?crop=0px,0px,3000px,2000px" alt="Australia clinch runners-up spot"/><figcaption><strong>Australia clinch runners-up spot</strong> St. Pauli pair Jackson Irvine (pictured, r.) and Connor Metcalfe both started for Australia in their crunch Group D tie against Paraguay in what was a head-to-head showdown for the runners-up spot. The game ended 0-0, leaving both teams on four points but sending the Socceroos into the round of 32 in second place given their superior goal difference. The South Americans will have to wait and see if they will join them in the knockouts.</figcaption></figure><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 05:20:03 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[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/GettyImages-2283338707.jpg?crop=0px,293px,4598px,3067px" alt="Netherlands top Group F"/><figcaption><strong>Netherlands top Group F</strong> The Netherlands advanced to the knockout rounds as Group F winners thanks to a 3-1 victory over Tunisia in Kansas City. Frankfurt's Ellyes Skhiri (pictured, l.) scored an own goal after just three minutes and ex-Leipzig man Brian Brobbey added a second only four minutes later as Tunisia bowed out of the competition with three defeats from as many games. </figcaption></figure><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>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:07:08 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[<figure><img src="https://assets.bundesliga.com/contender/2026/5/imago1078836164.jpg?crop=0px,0px,6000px,4000px" alt="Diomande's Côte d'Ivoire through"/><figcaption><strong>Diomande's Côte d'Ivoire through</strong> RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande created Côte d'Ivoire's first goal as Nicolas Pépé hit a brace to beat Curaçao 2-0 in Philadelphia and send the African nation into the World Cup knockouts for the first time ever as runners-up in Group E to face either France or Norway in the last 32. It also means the Caribbean debutants' dream journey ends after the group stage.</figcaption></figure><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></channel></rss>