World Cup Daily: Matches and storylines for June 22
We're still buzzing about another Cabo Verde draw, though we think we know what awaits them. Two of the biggest tournament favorites take the field again today; expect goals.
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We're still buzzing about another Cabo Verde draw, though we think we know what awaits them. Two of the biggest tournament favorites take the field again today; expect goals.
Spain and Belgium will look to overcome opening draws to help define their groups. We'll be looking for Cabo Verde to continue their feel-good story.
Netherlands, Sweden, and Japan all have realistic shots of winning Group F, while Germany looks ready to extend its lead in Group E, depending on what a surprised Ecuador does.
The U.S. and Australia play for supremacy in Group D on Friday, while the three tracks for Brazil, Morocco, and Scotland get a little more defined.
Canada and Mexico will continue World Cup play on Thursday, with the teams in very different positions — but still able to win their groups. Also, we quickly tour what we learned in the first group stage matches.
Only eight teams of the 48 in the tournament haven't played a World Cup game yet. That changes on Wednesday, as England's group and Portugal's group get started.
Robert Taylor's time at Austin FC ended on Tuesday. That makes it more likely that a rumored incoming player will be the final one delivered by Rodolfo Borrell.
France, Argentina, and Norway make their 2026 World Cup debuts on Tuesday. Don't mind us; we're still buzzing about Cabo Verde.
Spain and Belgium get their World Cup dreams started on Monday, as we all do quick Google searching of Cabo Verde. Get ready for matches from 11 am to 10 pm on a work day!
Saturday went very well for both the U.S. and Canada teams, despite being idle. Sunday promises four matches, including the debut of some contenders and dark horses.
Following a Canada result and a decisive American win, Saturday's action features a marquee group stage match as well as matches critical to two of the host nations.
On Friday, both the United States and Canada start their World Cup journeys with literal home matches. The tournament started Thursday with five goals and three red cards.