The FIFA World Cup 2026 is well underway as the participating teams kick off their opening fixtures in the group stage. The fight for crucial points is already on as teams look to secure top two standing to qualify for the knockout rounds.
Sunday has already seen some of the biggest names in world football take the centre stage while other teams, participating in their first ever World Cup have already made history.
In what is seen as the first big clash of the tournament, five-time World Cup winners Brazil took on reigning Africa champions Morocco in a heavyweight Group C clash.
Morocco, who surpassed all expectations and reached the semifinals in the Qatar World Cup in 2022, appeared dominant from the first whistle, pressing the ball high into Brazil’s defensive third and looking threatening with every attack.
A beautifully weighted through ball by Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz put PSV striker Ismael Saibari through on goal, where he finished with an elegant chip over veteran Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker in the 21st minute to give the North African nation the lead.
