Lineker makes ITV appearance after BBC exit

Gary Lineker appeared on ITV's World Cup coverage on Saturday, having left their rival broadcaster, the BBC.

This may still not be the year Japan become the newest world champions. But, if their most dominant of World Cup displays on Saturday is anything to go by, they are definitely on the right path at long last.

Japan saw a goal against Tunisia ruled out by millimeters. But remember when their winning goal against Spain in 2022 was similarly close?

Declan Rice senses he will get an assist every time he takes a set piece as England attempt to tap into the Arsenal midfielder's dead-ball expertise at the World Cup.

Follow live action from the FIFA World Cup Group F encounter between Japan and Tunisia.

ESPN's By The Numbers brings you best stats from the World Cup action on June 20.

Undav reprised his 'super sub' role with two priceless goals as Germany rallied for a 2-1 win that booked their spot in the round of 32.

Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves to equal the World Cup record and help earn the tiny island nation its first-ever World Cup point with a 0-0 draw against heavily favored Ecuador on Saturday.

Ivory Coast made no secret of their stated aims ahead of their second FIFA World Cup game against Germany on Saturday: beat Germany in Toronto and secure top spot in Group E. It was so close to coming true.

After drawing Japan in their Group F opener, the Netherlands were under pressure vs. Sweden. Ronald Koeman pressed the right buttons in a dominant win.

Undav reprised his 'super sub' role with two priceless goals as Germany turned a 1-0 deficit into a 2-1 win that booked their spot in the Round of 32.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente didn't confirm whether Lamine Yamal will make his first World Cup start on Sunday, while urging caution when comparing the Barcelona star to legends like Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona.

Former Manchester United and Wales striker Mark Hughes has said he and his family are "heartbroken" following the sudden death of his son Alex.

Follow along for LIVE updates from Ecuador's Group E clash with Curaçao

Deniz Undav scored twice after being subbed on in the second half as Germany defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 on Saturday and clinched a spot in the knockout phase at the World Cup for the first time since 2014.

Cody Gakpo scored the 100th goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Saturday's big win over Sweden. How have all these goals been scored so far?

Dan Burn has revealed Harry Kane is firing up England's World Cup bid with a country music playlist.

Tottenham Hotspur have had an offer worth in the region of £75 million ($100m) rejected by Newcastle United for Sandro Tonali, sources have confirmed to ESPN.

Ronald Koeman has said Netherlands' 5-1 win over Sweden will send a message to their World Cup rivals that they can be "dangerous" at the tournament.

Brazil forward Raphinha will undergo treatment on a hamstring injury with the hope of him returning to the World Cup.

Diogo Dalot has said Portugal took time before the World Cup to prepare for any potential backlash on social media, adding that having a player like Cristiano Ronaldo meant they needed to.

Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two each as Netherlands cruised to a 5-1 World Cup victory over Sweden to go top of Group F.

Germany and Ivory Coast go head to head in Group E of the World Cup with a chance to seal a place in the knockouts at stake, and you can follow it live with ESPN.

Bukayo Saka is facing a race to be fit for England's second Group L clash against Ghana after training away from the first-team group on Saturday.

Real Madrid have denied making any "direct or indirect" contract with Michael Olise over a possible summer transfer.

Martín Zubimendi has said he's surprised by the criticism of Spain's midfield -- and captain Rodri -- after their World Cup got off to an underwhelming start by drawing with underdogs Cape Verde.

Ronald Koeman's so far underwhelming Netherlands side take on Group F leaders Sweden in Houston - follow it live with ESPN.

Brazil get the mental boost their World Cup campaign needed with a 3-0 win over Haiti, but coach Carlo Ancelotti is left with plenty of problems to solve.

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has joined in with the World Cup spirit by attending fan events and giving out sticker albums in New York City.

Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps has said that London City Lionesses are "not far away" from securing Champions League qualification as she hopes to play a crucial role in helping her new club climb up the Women's Super League table.