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2026 FIFA World Cup

U.S. starts in style with largest WC win since 1930

Folarin Balogun scored twice and Gio Reyna struck a sensational goal late on as the U.S. beat Paraguay 4-1 to start the World Cup.

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USMNT player ratings: Balogun, Pulisic team-best performances lead dazzling World Cup opener

Fans go wild at the LA Memorial Coliseum as USMNT scores again

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WORLD CUP TODAY

JUNE 12

World Cup 2026 today: Live updates and news -- as it happened on June 12

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Paul Pogba exclusive: Mbappe, Olise, Dembele & Man United

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Six bold predictions for Africa at World Cup - Salah flops, Marmoush stars

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Six World Cup-defining group-stage fixtures for African teams this month

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Six complaints about 2026 World Cup, and why it might be better than we think

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Final predictions for the World Cup: Champions, Golden Ball, breakout stars and more

Tables, fixtures and scores

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  • Latest scores

    Results and scores from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, English Football League and more.

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  • Upcoming fixtures

    Keep track of all the important upcoming fixtures for all the clubs and countries in world football here.

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  • League tables

    Updated tables from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, English Football League and more.

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