World Cup 2026

Mbappe and the French team are very formidable in Group I of the 2026 World Cup. Photo: AFP

World Cup 2026 schedule: Group I with many unknowns

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Update on match schedules in Group I of the 2026 World Cup.

Group G of the World Cup gathers quite balanced teams. Photo: Opta

World Cup 2026 schedule: Group G unpredictable

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Update on match schedules in Group G of the 2026 World Cup.

Japan is expected to create a surprise at the 2026 World Cup. Photo: Japan Football Association

World Cup 2026 schedule: Group F unexpected prediction

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Update on match schedules in Group F of the 2026 World Cup.

Argentina is facing a historic opportunity at the 2026 World Cup but also faces a huge spiritual challenge. Photo: AFP

Argentina and the curse before the 2026 World Cup

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There has never been a team that entered the tournament with the number 1 position in the FIFA rankings that has won the World Cup. Argentina must neutralize this curse.

Germany is rated highest in Group E of the 2026 World Cup. Photo: DFB-Team

World Cup 2026 schedule: Group E promises fierce competition

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Update on match schedules in Group E of the 2026 World Cup.

Messi shined in Argentina's 3-0 victory over Iceland. Photo: AFA

Argentina won against Iceland before the 2026 World Cup

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Argentina and superstar Lionel Messi had a favorable warm-up for the 2026 World Cup when they defeated Iceland 3-0 in a friendly match held on the morning of June 10.

The US team has home advantage at the 2026 World Cup. Photo: US Football Association

World Cup 2026 schedule: Balanced Group D

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Update on match schedules in Group D of the 2026 World Cup.

The large difference in travel distance between some teams at the 2026 World Cup. Graphics: Le Vinh

World Cup 2026 and the long break trap

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The 2026 World Cup has a longer group stage break, but travel schedules, time zones and competition conditions can turn this advantage into a "trap".