FIFA WORLD CUP 2026
Matches, results, and coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
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World Cup 2026 live updates: Spain virtually qualified
EL PAÍSMundial 2026, últimas noticias en directo | España, virtualmente clasificada para las eliminatorias del Mundial antes de jugar contra Uruguay
Jun 25, 2026, 09:17 AM
Spain is virtually qualified for the next round of the 2026 World Cup after strong group stage results. Mexico defeated Czech Republic, Switzerland advanced convincingly, and Canada finished second in their group. Bosnia still harbors hope for a lucky qualification scenario as the group stage draws to a close.
Yan Diomande: Leganés's discarded forward who became Europe's most wanted at the World Cup
EL PAÍSYan Diomande, el extremo deseado por media Europa al que rescató el Leganés y que juega en memoria de su hermana
Jun 25, 2026, 08:56 AM
Yan Diomande, a winger signed by Leganés in 2025 when no other club would take a chance on him, has emerged as the player attempting the most dribbles at the 2026 World Cup. His breakthrough has attracted interest from clubs across Europe, making him one of the tournament's biggest revelations.
Mexico wins all group stage games for the first time in World Cup history
EL PAÍSMéxico sueña lindo al ganar, por primera vez, todos sus partidos en la fase de grupos
Jun 25, 2026, 04:30 AM
Mexico defeated the Czech Republic in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage at the Azteca stadium, winning all their group games for the first time in the country's World Cup history. Veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, participating in his sixth World Cup, briefly appeared in the match.
Fede Valverde: from storm at Real Madrid to do-or-die with Uruguay at the World Cup
EL PAÍSFede Valverde, de la tormenta en el Real Madrid a la situación límite con Uruguay
Jun 25, 2026, 03:30 AM
Real Madrid midfielder Fede Valverde faces a make-or-break situation at the 2026 World Cup with Uruguay, Spain's next group stage opponent. The Uruguayan captain is on the brink of elimination with tensions running high within the squad and its environment.
Zion Suzuki, Japan's mixed-race goalkeeper who is causing a stir at the World Cup
EL PAÍSZion Suzuki, el portero mestizo de la selección de fútbol nipona que causa furor en un Japón hostil con la inmigración
Jun 25, 2026, 03:30 AM
Zion Suzuki, Japan's goalkeeper of Ghanaian descent who holds US and Japanese nationality, is making waves at the 2026 World Cup. Despite having faced racist insults in the past, the mixed-race footballer has become a standout figure representing a changing face of Japanese football.
Brazil beats Scotland in World Cup as Vinicius doubles and Neymar debuts
EL PAÍSEl Vinicius más afilado permite el debut de Neymar y que Brasil se divierta para derrotar a una Escocia sin alma
Jun 25, 2026, 12:49 AM
Brazil defeated Scotland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, with Vinicius Junior scoring twice and Matheus Cunha adding a third. Neymar made his tournament debut, and Brazil finished atop their group. Vinicius cemented his status as a global star alongside Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland.
Switzerland beats Canada, tops Group B and creates a World Cup star
EL PAÍSSuiza vence a Canadá, termina primera del Grupo B y crea una estrella: Johan Manzanbi
Jun 24, 2026, 10:16 PM
Switzerland defeated Canada to finish top of Group B at the 2026 World Cup, while also producing a breakout star in the tournament. Host nation Canada secured second place on goal difference over Bosnia Herzegovina, advancing to the knockout stage.
2026 World Cup brackets: who plays who? Track the draw in real time
EL PAÍS¿Quién jugará con quién? Consulte los cruces del Mundial en tiempo real
Jun 24, 2026, 02:07 PM
El País has published an interactive bracket tracker for the 2026 World Cup, showing the updated draw after each match and the potential opponents for each national team in the round of 16 and beyond. The tool allows fans to follow how each team's path through the tournament evolves in real time.
Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates with a brace at the World Cup: 'I'm back!'
EL PAÍSCristiano Ronaldo se libera y completa la fiesta del Mundial: “I’m back!”
Jun 24, 2026, 11:31 AM
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace against Uzbekistan at the World Cup, silencing debate about his role as Portugal's primary striker and putting his team in a strong position. The performance rounded off a successful start to Portugal's tournament. Ronaldo celebrated with the phrase 'I'm back!' signaling his renewed form.
Colombia overcomes DR Congo and clinches qualification
EL PAÍSColombia vence la resistencia de RD Congo y atrapa la clasificación
Jun 24, 2026, 04:23 AM
Colombia overcame DR Congo in a World Cup match to secure their second consecutive victory and advance in the tournament. A goal from Muñoz proved decisive after Colombia struggled to convert their chances for over an hour. They become the seventh national team to qualify from their group.