Playing today
World Cup Mon 29 Jun 2026 | 17:00 UTC
Brazil vs Japan
The knockout stage of the World Cup arrives in Houston with a high-stakes showdown as Brazil and Japan clash in the Round of 32.
Both nations navigated their groups with purpose and now face a direct elimination path where only one can advance to meet the winner of Ivory Coast versus Norway.
For Brazil, this match is about reasserting their status as a global powerhouse after a group phase that saw them finish top of their section, despite a pulsating 1-1 draw against Morocco that reminded them of the need for a constant defensive focus.
Japan, having finished second in Group F, approaches this test with the confidence of an unbeaten side that showed immense character to fight back from deficits against the Netherlands and kept their undefeated status against Sweden, alongside a dominant 4-0 thrashing of Tunisia. [More...]
World Cup Mon 29 Jun 2026 | 20:30 UTC
Germany vs Paraguay
Boston Stadium is hosting a high-stakes Round of 32 clash between Germany and Paraguay, with both sides heading into Foxborough with completely different group stage experiences but the exact same ultimate objective.
After topping Group E, Julian Nagelsmann's squad is focused on keeping their tournament journey alive.
On the other side, Gustavo Alfaro's Paraguay fights to continue their run after sneaking through as one of the top third-placed sides, knowing the winner earns a Saturday showdown against either France or Sweden in Philadelphia. [More...]
Playing tomorrow
World Cup Tue 30 Jun 2026 | 01:00 UTC
Netherlands vs Morocco
The World Cup stage reaches its white-hot intensity as Group F winners the Netherlands prepare to lock horns with Morocco in what promises to be a thrilling Round of 32 encounter at the Monterrey Stadium.
Both sides navigated their respective groups with impressive grit, each amassing seven points and demonstrating the kind of attacking potency that makes knockout football so unpredictable.
The Dutch are on a mission to claim their first-ever World Cup title, fueled by an offensive line that has already netted 10 goals in just three matches.
Morocco, meanwhile, are eager to build upon their historic run to the final four in the previous tournament in 2022, proving their status as a global powerhouse with a resilient squad capable of matching the world's best.
The Netherlands showcased their clinical edge with a dominant 5-1 victory over Sweden, though their opening 2-2 draw against Japan served as a sharp reminder of the defensive risks they take when pushing forward. [More...]
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