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France Face Iraq With Group I Control Available

France Face Iraq With Group I Control Available France meet Iraq in Philadelphia with a chance to turn a strong opening win into early control of Group I. France beat Senegal 3-1, while Iraq lost 4-1 to Norway and now need a response to keep their route open. What changed first France face Iraq in […]

Jun 21, 2026
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Messi Can Move Beyond Klose’s World Cup Record Against Austria

Messi Can Move Beyond Klose’s World Cup Record Against Austria Lionel Messi reaches Argentina’s second group match level with Miroslav Klose on 16 World Cup goals. His goal against Algeria drew him alongside the German record holder, leaving the Austria game as the first chance to take the mark outright. What changed first Messi scored […]

Jun 21, 2026
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Argentina and Austria Put Perfect Group J Starts on the Line

Argentina and Austria Put Perfect Group J Starts on the Line Argentina and Austria meet in Dallas after both opened Group J with three-goal victories. The defending champions beat Algeria 3-0, while Austria defeated Jordan 3-1 to set up an early contest for first place. What changed first Argentina face Austria in Dallas on June […]

Jun 21, 2026
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Group G Scenarios Put Every Team on the Same Starting Line

Group G Scenarios Put Every Team on the Same Starting Line Group G enters its second round in an unusual state: Belgium, Iran, Egypt and New Zealand all have one point. Belgium drew Egypt 1-1 and Iran drew New Zealand 2-2, so the June 21 matches can finally create a leader. What changed first Belgium, […]

Jun 21, 2026
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New Zealand and Egypt Enter a Group G Match With No Safety Net

New Zealand and Egypt Enter a Group G Match With No Safety Net New Zealand and Egypt meet in Vancouver after Group G produced two opening draws and no early leader. New Zealand came back for a 2-2 draw with Iran, while Egypt took a 1-1 result against Belgium. What changed first New Zealand face […]

Jun 21, 2026
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Spain and Saudi Arabia Need a Finishing Answer in Group H

Spain and Saudi Arabia Need a Finishing Answer in Group H Spain and Saudi Arabia reach their second Group H match with one point each and very different lessons from opening draws. Spain controlled long periods against Cabo Verde without scoring, while Saudi Arabia recovered enough to take a 1-1 draw from Uruguay. What changed […]

Jun 21, 2026