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Thursday’s gritty 0-0 draw with Paraguay ensured Australia a place in the knockout rounds of the World Cup. It wasn’t a classic, but enough for the Socceroos to advance while Paraguay now have to wait and see if their third-place finish is enough to keep their tournament alive. Australia players celebrate reaching the World Cup

The co-hosts got ahead early thanks to Austin Trusty but Turkiye equalised through Arda Guler and Orkun Kokcu before Kaan Ayhan scored the late winning goal. It was a devastating ending for the USA and a massive statement from Turkiye.  Kaan Ayhan’s late goal sealed a dramatic 3-2 victory over the USA in Group D

The result means the group winners will now face Morocco in Monterrey, while the runners-up will take on the five-time World Cup champions in Houston. Japan and Sweden both get through but the path ahead looks very different. Japan and Sweden share the points after a 1-1 draw in Group F. Image Credit: The Hindu

The Dutch were efficient, composed and ruthless when the Tunisian defense fell apart in the first half. As a result, the Netherlands avoid a tricky last-32 tie with Brazil while Tunisia’s campaign ends in disappointment. Players line up ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Tunisia and Netherlands. Image Credit: The

The South Americans had failed to score in their first three games but finally found their rhythm when it really mattered. Germany were already through but Ecuador showed real intensity, belief and grit to turn the match on its head. Ecuador players celebrate after a stunning 2-1 comeback win over Germany in Group E. Image