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2026 FIFA World Cup

Twenty years later, Japan are more than ready for their World Cup rematch with Brazil

Twenty years ago -- almost to the day -- Japan fell 4-1 to a Brazil line-up laden with stars. Now, the Samurai Blue feel like the tables are starting to turn.

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How much more can Brazil offer in the knockouts?

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World Cup Daily LIVE: Marsch's moves help Canada progress; Brazil face Japan as R32 continues

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From Brazil to U.S., Spain: Why every round-of-32 team will, won't win FIFA World Cup

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Socceroos World Cup Daily: When does Popovic pick his starting XIs?

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Metcalfe: 'A lot of inner anger from the season'

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Get ready for the Round of 32

Inside how a U.S. academy helped mold World Cup phenom Yan Diomande

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Predicting every Round of 32 clash at the World Cup

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OTHER FOOTBALL NEWS

TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Akliouche to swap AS Monaco for Paris Saint-Germain?

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Herrington focused on World Cup amid Barcelona interest

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Still uninspiring, but England avoid nightmare World Cup knockout scenario

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Have England's performances raised doubts over their World Cup hopes?

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Tables, fixtures and scores

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  • League tables

    Updated tables from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, English Football League and more.

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  • Upcoming fixtures

    Keep track of all the important upcoming fixtures for all the clubs and countries in world football here.

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  • Latest scores

    Results and scores from the Premier League, Champions League, LaLiga, English Football League and more.

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