The USMNT and Australia are level at 0-0 in the first half of today’s 2026 World Cup match. Both sides won their opening Group D matches, with the U.S. thrashing Paraguay 4-1 and Australia upsetting Turkey 2-0.

South Korea picked up a pivotal three points in its World Cup opener against Czechia, overcoming a late deficit for a 2-1 win in Guadalajara. Now, the Koreans face co-host Mexico with the opportunity to seize control of Group A and perhaps become the first team to book its place in the Round of 32.

Cristiano Ronaldo starts Portugal's World Cup opener in Houston.

More dropped points for either side could spell disaster for any knockout stage hopes.

Scotland will be seeking to build on their 1-0 over Haiti -- their first win in a World Cup match since 1990 -- when they take on Morocco at the Boston Stadium but it won't be an easy feat against the AFCON champions.

Mexico vs South Korea starting lineups are confirmed for Thursday's World Cup Group A clash. Get the latest team news, confirmed XIs, betting impact, and World Cup picks analysis before kickoff.

Either team could reach four points to effectively guarantee a place in the next round.

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — It’s number-crunching time when it comes to formations at the World Cup. Every team starts with a goalkeeper in front of the net, but then it’s up to the 48 coaches to try to arrange their lineups to optimize their players and match up effectively with opponents.

With an attack made up of elite talent, Norway is considered one of the tournament's dark horses despite its lack of World Cup experience.