Follow live updates and the latest coverage of the 2026 World Cup as England faces Croatia in Thomas Tuchel’s debut and Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal against DR Congo.

Portugal were frustrated in their opening match of the 2026 World Cup as they were held to a 1-1 draw by a hugely impressive DR Congo. Portugal, one of the pre-tournament favourites, raced into an early lead when Joao Neves headed home inside six minutes and looked to be on course for a comfortable win.

The first round of group-stage matches comes to a close Wednesday as Groups K and L finally take the field, bringing some of the tournament's biggest names with them.

Mbappe's goal came just minutes after he was controversially denied a penalty. The goal means that Mbappe is now France’s top goalscorer with Giroud.

Track every FIFA World Cup goal scored by Kylian Mbappé as the French superstar closes in on the all-time scoring record.

Lionel Messi made history overnight as his hat-trick helped Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria in their 2026 World Cup opener.Messi's treble saw him equal the record for most World Cup goals, just

Brazil target a return to former glory as they begin the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the five-time winners get Group C play under way with a difficult match against Morocco on Saturday from MetLife Stadium.