World Cup Group Stage Finale Brings Crucial Decisions on Saturday
Six decisive group stage matches conclude on Saturday, shaping the path to the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds.
Jun 27, 2026
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From Scotland’s Triumph to Messi’s Record: The Athletic’s Ranking of Every 2026 World Cup Match
The Athletic's comprehensive rankings dissect each of the 2026 World Cup fixtures, spotlighting historic wins, record‑breaking scores and the players who defined the competition.
Jun 24, 2026
The Athletic’s Daily World Cup Forecasts Blend Expert Insight with Quirky Predictors
Yesterday’s action saw Portugal crush Uzbekistan, England hold Ghana, while Croatia and Colombia secured narrow victories; today’s schedule pits Switzerland against Canada and Scotland against Brazil, all tracked on The Athletic’s interactive Pick’Em platform.
Jun 24, 2026
Croatia Edges Panama 1-0 in Toronto to Boost World Cup Hopes
Croatia secured a 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto, with Ante Budimir scoring the decisive goal and Luka Modric celebrating his 200th cap, keeping their knockout stage prospects alive.
Jun 24, 2026
England Opens 2026 World Cup with 4-2 Win Over Croatia
England secured a 4‑2 victory against Croatia in their World Cup opener, highlighted by Kane's penalty, Bellingham's goal, and Rashford's decisive strike.
Jun 18, 2026
World Cup Matchday 6 Recap and Matchday 7 Outlook
A look at the highlights from Matchday 6, featuring Messi, Mbappe and Haaland, and a preview of the upcoming fixtures.
Jun 17, 2026