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Alex Freeman put the United States 2-0 up against Australia after a VAR review. Here's why the goal was correctly ruled onside.

The U.S. shook off the absence of Christian Pulisic to beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle on Friday and clinch a spot in the World Cup knockout rounds.

Scotland take on Morocco in Group C knowing that victory would see them through to the knockouts, and you can follow the action with ESPN.

Scotland's Tartan Army has been one of the stories of the 2026 World Cup so far, drinking its way through Boston and bringing bonhomie, passion and national pride after nearly 30 years away from the tournament.

One mistake can change EVERYTHING at the 2026 FIFA World Cup^TM 🏟️

Goalkeeper David Raya has backed Spain to be "more clinical" in Sunday's World Cup game with Saudi Arabia, telling ESPN that the team's morale hasn't been hit by their draw with Cape Verde.

Disappointment for Czechia, but it's not over just yet for South Africa 👀

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United States star Christian Pulisic is out of the team's World Cup clash with Australia with a calf injury, with Ricardo Pepi starting in his place.

As the party rolls on, Scotland are getting down to business with World Cup history in sight, writes ESPN's Tom Hamiltion, previewing the Morocco test.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal has said that he's "ready" to play against Saudi Arabia but also acknowledged that now "isn't the moment to play a full game."

London City Lionesses have announced the signing of ex-England goalkeeper Mary Earps.

José has been impressed by the USA, but what about Mourinho? 👀🇺🇸

Arsenal are planning to return with an improved offer for Leicester City teenager Jeremy Monga after having an opening bid rejected, sources have told ESPN.

These England fans want to CLONE Declan Rice and let him run the midfield by HIMSELF! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

West Ham have announced the signing of World Cup winner Laia Codina, following her departure from Arsenal.

The FIFA president has been flying all across the World Cup host nations on his private jet. Here's where he went in the first week of the tournament.

Verón leading the team out… as the OMBC?! 👀😅 #49thTeam

Former RB Leipzig coach Ole Werner is unhappy he wasn't given the chance to say goodbye to staff after his surprise dismissal from the club.

Mauricio Pochettino has sent his best wishes to Lionel Messi and his family following confirmation that the Argentina captain's father has a health problem.

Barcelona midfielder Gavi says the Spain squad were shocked to find out that defender Marc Cucurella had signed for Real Madrid.

World Cup's best viral moments so far including a Mexican duck, a German cyclist, and plenty of fan fun.

All 48 teams have played one group game, so let's revisit our Power Rankings. What do our writers and experts think the field of favorites looks like after one week?

A French appeals court confirmed Friday that Paris Saint-Germain and Morocco star player Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a rape case.

Harry Kane has said he hopes 'Wonderwall' can become the soundtrack of the summer as England plot their way to World Cup glory.

New Liverpool signing Víctor Muñoz will have to wait to take part in the World Cup after Spain confirmed he has suffered a setback in his return from injury.

Ivan Toney netted a hat trick, with further goals from Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins, as England beat Sporting Kansas City 5-1 in a behind-closed-doors friendly on Thursday.

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Endrick will have an important role at this World Cup but insists the teenager will have to wait his chance.

팀의 선두에 선 베론, 그의 새 직책은 OMBC?! 👀😅 #49thTeam

Arsenal will begin their Premier League title defence against newly-promoted Coventry City, while Liverpool travel to face Newcastle in the pick of the opening-day fixtures.

France and Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise is the next big star in Real Madrid's sights. Transfer Talk has the latest.

We're into the second round of group games at the World Cup, and after co-hosts Mexico and Canada claimed big wins, with the former reaching the knockout stage, you can follow live updates and catch up on the action with ESPN.

Mexico still don't look like a finished product, but fine-tuning can wait for another day as the co-hosts punched their ticket to the round of 32.

இனிய பிறந்தநாள் வாழ்த்துக்கள், Irfan Yadwad 💙#AllInForChennaiyin

Canada's first-ever men's World Cup win was a historic moment for the sport in the country. Just don't think they're finished yet.

Just over 24 hours after watching his side open their campaign with a 4-2 victory over Croatia, Tuchel went to Kauffman Stadium to perform the ceremonial act.

Some teams at this year's World Cup have blamed FIFA's new hydration breaks for killing momentum. Switzerland used the break to seize it.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente defended his tactics and his captain Rodri after a shocking draw against Cape Verde in their World Cup debut.

Teboho Mokoena was the star for South Africa in their 1-1 draw with Czechia on Thursday in Atlanta, but his absence for next Wednesday's Group A finale against South Korea presents Hugo Broos with a major headache.

Jonathan David's hat trick propelled Canada to a historic 6-0 rout of Qatar in Vancouver on Thursday to go top of their World Cup group.

Follow along for Live Updates from Mexico's top-of-the-table clash with South Korea

Morgan Rogers, Marc Guéhi and Djed Spence featured for England in a behind-closed-doors friendly with Sporting KC on Thursday.

FIFA have moved photographers away from the benches during national anthems before World Cup matches after Thomas Tuchel voiced his frustration at the issue, sources have told ESPN.

England's Bench is DEEP 😮‍💨

José Thinks England Can Win it All 👀

The second round of matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is underway today! Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition.

Substitute Johan Manzambi scored his first World Cup goal on an outstanding volley in the 74th minute, and Switzerland erupted late for a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Thursday to take control of its group.

As the party rolls on, Scotland are getting down to business with World Cup history in sight, writes ESPN's Tom Hamiltion, previewing the Morocco test.