2026 FIFA WORLD CUP

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Nestory Irankunda feeling 'unreal' after debut for Australia in FIFA World Cup

Nestory Irankunda has admitted he was still struggling to take in the moment after helping Australia begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a stunning 2-0 victory over Turkey.

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Martin Odegaard 'fully fit' ahead of Norway's FIFA World Cup battle with Iraq

Martin Odegaard has insisted he is fully fit and ready to lead Norway into their opening World Cup Group I clash against Iraq in Foxborough, Massachusetts on Tuesday, as the nation prepares for its first finals appearance since 1998.

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Manuel Neuer "incredibly proud" after Germany's dominant FIFA World Cup win over Curacao

Manuel Neuer has said he was "incredibly proud" after marking his return to World Cup football with a commanding performance, after Germany opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 7-1 win over Curacao in Houston.

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Ivory Coast claim first 2026 World Cup win for Africa as Amad Diallo sinks Ecuador

Ivory Coast gave Africa an early boost at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating Ecuador 1-0 in Group E, becoming the first team from the continent to register a victory at the tournament.

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Luis de la Fuente confirms Lamine Yamal 'won't start' vs Cape Verde in World Cup clash

Lamine Yamal is in line to feature from the bench as Spain begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against debutants Cape Verde, with manager Luis de la Fuente confirming the winger is fit but not yet ready to start.

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Rudi Garcia wants Belgium to dominate FIFA World Cup clash against Egypt

Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia has urged his players to take control of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Egypt, but warned that they would face one of the strongest African teams ever assembled when the two nations meet on Monday.

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