Football

Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals.

France defeated Paraguay 1-0 to book a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals with a disciplined Round of 16 performance.

The United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 despite finishing with 10 players to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.

England defeated DR Congo 2-1 to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.

Norway defeated Côte d’Ivoire 2-1 to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.

Iran and New Zealand played out a 2-2 draw in Group G of the FIFA World Cup on 15 June 2026, sharing points in a competitive contest. Both teams found the net twice in a closely fought match, leaving the group-stage encounter unresolved after 90 minutes.

The Netherlands and Japan played out a 2-2 draw in Group F of the FIFA World Cup on 14 June 2026, sharing points after an evenly contested encounter. Both teams scored twice in a competitive group-stage clash, with neither side able to secure a decisive advantage by full time.

Switzerland secured a 2-1 victory over Northern Ireland in a FIFA Women’s World Cup UEFA qualifier on 9 June 2026, completing a group-stage double over their opponents. Goals from Géraldine Reuteler and Smilla Vallotto gave the visitors control before Northern Ireland pulled one back late through Emily Cassap at Mourneview Park.

Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16.