Portugal v Iran

Portugal v Iran

2026 World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will advance?

Jearl Margaritha: Dick Advocaat had a huge influence on the Curaçao squad

USMNT players speak up about what Pochettino the coach is like

2026 World Cup playoff preview, predictions: Who will advance?

Jearl Margaritha: Dick Advocaat had a huge influence on the Curaçao squad

USMNT players speak up about what Pochettino the coach is like

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2006 FIFA World Cup, Group Stage

PortugalPortugalPOR

WLDWW, 9 PTS

IR IranIranIRN

LWWLW, 1 PTS

Deco - 63'

Cristiano Ronaldo - 80' Pen

Waldstadion

2:00 PM, 17 June 2006

Frankfurt, Germany

Attendance: 48,000

Referees:
Eric Poulat

The Republic of Ireland left it late to qualify for the playoffs where, this week, the final six spots at the 2026 World Cup -- four from Europe, two from the intercontinental playoff -- will be clinched. Here's what to watch for.

Curaçao forward Jearl Margaritha believes Dick Advocaat will be missed by the team after he resigned as head coach due to personal issues.

The USMNT used to be "inmates running the asylum," players tell ESPN, but Pochettino has transformed the culture ahead of the World Cup.

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Winner Playoff Path C