Canada reached the World Cup last 16 for the first time after a 1-0 win over South Africa sealed by Stephen Eustáquio in Inglewood.

Cristiano Ronaldo started his sixth World Cup as Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their Group K opener in Houston at the 2026 tournament.

Argentina opened their FIFA World Cup 2026 title defence with a 3-0 win over Algeria as Lionel Messi scored all three goals.

Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France defeated Senegal 3-1 in Group I to open its FIFA World Cup campaign with three points.

Germany beat Curaçao 7-1 in Houston as Kai Havertz scored twice and the World Cup debutants recorded their first ever World Cup goal.

Canada earned its first men’s FIFA World Cup point with a 1-1 Group B draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

South Korea started the FIFA World Cup with a comeback win, beating the Czech Republic 2-1 after trailing in the second half in Group A.

Mexico started its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a 2-0 win over Bafana Bafana in the tournament opener at Estadio Azteca.

FIFA World Cup 2026 began with a Mexico City opening ceremony featuring music, dance, culture and global performers.