World Cup 2026 Roundup - Germany Run Riot, Sweden Cruise, and England vs Croatia Looms

The group stage is in full swing and the goals are flying in. From a seven-goal demolition to a Dutch scare and a five-star Swedish show, here's your full catch-up - plus the massive fixtures coming your way, including a blockbuster England vs Croatia.

The Latest Results

Germany 7-1 Curacao

The Germans sent a brutal message to the rest of the tournament. The smallest nation ever to qualify for a World Cup were simply blown away as Germany ran riot in Group E. Ruthless, clinical, terrifying for everyone else.

Sweden 5-1 Tunisia

Another goal fest. Sweden looked sharp and dangerous, putting five past a Tunisia side that simply could not cope. A statement start in Group F.

Netherlands 2-2 Japan

The shock of the round. Japan, who fear nobody these days, came back to hold the Dutch to a draw and proved again they are one of the most dangerous outsiders in the entire competition.

Ivory Coast 1-0 Ecuador

A tight, hard-fought win for the Ivorians in Group E. Not pretty, but three valuable points.

Brazil 1-1 Morocco

Vinicius Junior rescued a point after Saibari put the 2022 semi-finalists ahead. Morocco proved their run four years ago was no fluke.

Australia 2-0 Turkiye

A confident, controlled win for the Socceroos to open Group D.

Scotland 1-0 Haiti

Steve Clarke's side finally got a long-awaited World Cup win to settle the nerves in Group C.

Today's Big Matches

Spain vs Cabo Verde

The reigning European powerhouse begin their campaign against tournament debutants. Spain are overwhelming favorites at 1.08, with Cabo Verde a massive 30.00 outsider. A comfortable Spanish win is expected.

Belgium vs Egypt

A fascinating Group G clash. Belgium's golden generation against an Egypt side led by Mohamed Salah. Belgium favored at 1.61, Egypt at 6.15, draw at 4.10.

Coming Up - The Heavyweights Arrive, June 16

The next few days bring some of the biggest names in world football:

Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay

Uruguay strong favorites at 1.47, Saudi Arabia the outsiders at 8.40.

Iran vs New Zealand

A tight one. Iran at 1.96, New Zealand at 4.60, draw at 3.40.

France vs Senegal

World champions France against a powerful Senegal. France favored at 1.48, Senegal at 7.20, draw at 4.50. A potential classic.

Wednesday, June 17:

Argentina vs Algeria

Messi and the reigning World Cup winners begin their defense.

Portugal vs DR Congo

Ronaldo's Portugal kick off their campaign.

England vs Croatia

The standout fixture of the day. A rematch of the 2018 semi-final, with Croatia out to prove they can still trouble the best. This one is must-watch.

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