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Date:2026-06-17 UTC

The 2026 World Cup is underway with several standout storylines. Portugal were held to a shock 1-1 draw by DR Congo, who scored their first-ever World Cup goal. England impressed with a 4-2 victory over Croatia as Harry Kane scored twice and tied the national record for World Cup goals. Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha's mother was granted a visa to attend the tournament, reuniting the family at the World Cup. Thomas Tuchel's tactical halftime adjustments proved instrumental in England's commanding performance.

Portugal stunned by DR Congo in 1-1 draw

Portugal stunned by DR Congo in 1-1 drawCristiano Ronaldo and Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their World Cup opener. DR Congo earned their first-ever World Cup point and scored their first goal in the tournament through a Wissa header. Ronaldo started his sixth World Cup campaign but was unable to inspire his side to victory against the underdogs.

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Ronaldo flatters to deceive as Portugal slump to DR Congo draw (Sky Sports)
Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal held to a 1-1 draw by Congo at the World Cup (AP News)
Wissa header earns DR Congo first World Cup point in draw with Portugal (Al Jazeera)
DR Congo score 1st World Cup goal, pull out surprise draw vs. Portugal (Arab News)
Ronaldo starts sixth World Cup campaign as Portugal face DR Congo (The Independent)

Kane double leads England past Croatia 4-2

Kane double leads England past Croatia 4-2Harry Kane scored twice as England opened their World Cup campaign with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Croatia. Kane tied England's all-time record for World Cup goals with his brace. Thomas Tuchel's halftime adjustments were widely praised for unlocking Croatia's defense in the second half. England's attacking display has sparked optimism about how far the team can go in the tournament.

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Harry Kane ties England’s record for World Cup goals in 4-2 win over Croatia (AP News)
Kane double fires England past Croatia in World Cup thriller (Al Jazeera)
Kane scores twice as England beat Croatia to launch World Cup charge (Arab News)
Why Harry Kane’s missed penalty was overturned in England v Croatia (The Independent)

Cape Verde keeper's mother gets visa for World Cup

Cape Verde keeper's mother gets visa for World CupThe mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has been granted a visa to attend the World Cup and watch her son play. A Democratic leader confirmed the resolution, which CNN reported as a heartwarming story of family reunion against bureaucratic odds. BBC and Al Jazeera also covered the emotional journey that will bring the family together at the tournament.

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Mother of Cape Verde goalkeeper will be able to watch her son play in the World Cup, Democratic leader says (CNN)
Cape Verde goalkeeper set to be reunited with his mum (BBC)
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha’s mother gets visa to attend World Cup (Al Jazeera)