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Czechia 0-3 Mexico: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Mexico march into the last 32 after a commanding victory that seals the Czechs’ tournament exit. Read Alexander Abnos’ minute-by-minute report

Alexander Abnos·25 Jun 2026

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Fidalgo caps Mexico rout as co-hosts maintain 100% record and send Czechia out

Co-hosts Mexico scored three second-half goals to complete a perfect group record with a 3-0 win against a disappointing Czechia

Jonathan Wilson·25 Jun 2026

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Clarke and Robertson fear Scotland’s World Cup journey is over after Brazil defeat

Scotland’s head coach Steve Clarke and captain Andy Robertson fear the country’s World Cup journey is over after a 3-0 defeat by Brazil in Miami

Ewan Murray at Miami Stadium·25 Jun 2026

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Vinícius Júnior leads Brazil’s star cast in blockbuster show against sorry Scotland | Paul MacInnes

Miami is still a city where the stars come out to play – and on Wednesday one shone brighter than anyone else

Paul MacInnes at Miami Stadium·25 Jun 2026

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Duck off: World Cup hero Merlín barred from Mexico game due to Fifa’s animal ban

Merlín the duck’s bid to see his beloved Mexico live has hit a snag after he was barred from El Tri’s match with Czechia on Wednesday

Guardian sport and agencies·25 Jun 2026

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Scotland 0-3 Brazil: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Scotland were their own worst enemies in comprehensive defeat and are now dependant on the vagaries of the third-place table. Scott Murray was watching

Scott Murray·25 Jun 2026

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Morocco 4-2 Haiti: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Haiti reveled in their historic World Cup goals, but Morocco staged an impressive comeback to secure their second-place finish in Group C

Ella Brockway·25 Jun 2026

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Scotland’s World Cup dream hanging by a thread after Vinícius sparks Brazil victory

Vinícius Júnior’s two goals and Matheus Cunha’s third send Brazil through as group winners and leave Steve Clarke’s side with a very nervous wait

Ewan Murray at Miami Stadium·25 Jun 2026

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Switzerland 2-1 Canada: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Canada missed the chance to stay in Vancouver after losing to a quietly superior Switzerland

Rob Smyth·24 Jun 2026

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Reece James an England injury worry after complaining of tight hamstring

England are sweating on the fitness of Reece James before facing Panama on Saturday after the right-back complained of a tight hamstring

Jacob Steinberg and Ed Aarons in Boston·24 Jun 2026

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Canada lose home advantage for last 32 after Switzerland win to take top spot

Switzerland topped Group B with a 2-1 win over Canada with both teams going through to the knockout stage

Joe Callaghan at BC Place Vancouver·24 Jun 2026

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Bosnia and Herzegovina 3-1 Qatar: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

Bosnia and Herzegovina feel like they have done enough to reach the knockout phase

Will Unwin·24 Jun 2026

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Australia forced into changes for crucial World Cup group game against Paraguay

Australia will be missing Jacob Italiano and Mat Leckie from side that played the USA for their final group game, against Paraguay

Jack Snape in San Francisco·24 Jun 2026

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Harry Kane turns attention to Panama with England focused on bigger picture

The striker scored a hat-trick against Saturday’s opponents at the 2018 World Cup and he is scenting another Golden Boot opportunity

David Hytner in Boston·24 Jun 2026

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England have cause for concern but Thomas Tuchel’s strategy is for the very best | Jacob Steinberg

The draw with a negative Ghana is unlikely to define the World Cup campaign, with plans in place for tougher opposition

Jacob Steinberg in Boston·24 Jun 2026

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World Cup 2026: Norway’s ‘Viking row’ celebration irks neighbours; Infantino defends hydration breaks – as it happened

The latest news from the tournament before Scotland’s final group stage match against Brazil in Group C

John Brewin,Daniel Harris and Tom Davies·24 Jun 2026

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Red-hot strikers, errors and smart subs: why the 2026 World Cup is a goal-fest

This tournament is shaping up to be the most prolific since 1970 – if Messi, Mbappé and co can keep up the pace

Andrew Beasley·24 Jun 2026

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Fans for fans: power demand surges as England viewers cope with heatwave

Handful of plants paid £4m to generate electricity at half- and full-time in World Cup game, although not during hydration breaks

Jillian Ambrose·24 Jun 2026

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Pubs full, tools down and TV in the office: Australia readies for the ‘Great Socceroos Sickie’

Bob Hawke’s wise words are ringing out as the Socceroos prepare to play a World Cup game entirely in Australian working hours for the first time

Caitlin Cassidy·24 Jun 2026

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Germany’s Kai Havertz: ‘I make runs that look pointless but I’m creating space’

Forward on the misunderstanding of his role and momentum the four-time champions have put together for a winning World Cup campaign after topping their group

Nick Ames·24 Jun 2026

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Football Daily | The dullest game of the World Cup so far? Welcome back, England

In today’s Football Daily: yawn in the USA

John Brewin·24 Jun 2026

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From military brats to birthright citizens: how USMNT’s magnificent mess became its strength

For decades, US Soccer sought a single identity. Instead, its most talented team emerged from a uniquely American mix of backgrounds, pathways and cultures

Leander Schaerlaeckens·24 Jun 2026

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Screen epics: World Cup 2026 viewing parties around the globe – in pictures

Photographs from across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Americas show communities gathering to watch the greatest show on earth

Jonny Weeks·24 Jun 2026

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World Cup schedule today: How to watch, TV channels & live stream

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Wednesday 24 June, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live streams

Graham Ruthven·24 Jun 2026

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