Australia secured a 2–0 victory over Turkey. Australian goalkeeper Patrick Beach was the standout performer, making eight saves to emerge as the hero of the match. Scotland defeated Haiti 1–0. John McGinn (No. 7) scored the winner as the Scots claimed their first World Cup victory in 36 years.
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Brazil looked in danger of defeat after conceding against Morocco. Vinicius eased those fears with an equaliser and celebrated as though he were spreading his wings in delight.
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Qatar appeared headed for defeat after conceding to Switzerland in the 17th minute. But Boualem Khoukhi’s stoppage-time equaliser sparked wild celebrations among the Qatari players. The draw earned Qatar its first-ever World Cup point, making the occasion feel as good as a victory.Players piled on top of one another, while others embraced their coach after the final whistle of the United States–Paraguay match. The scenes followed a commanding 4–1 victory for hosts the United States in their opening World Cup fixture. Canada fell 1–0 behind to Bosnia and Herzegovina in Group B. Substitute forward Kyle Larin restored parity in the 79th minute, and his relieved celebration reflected the mood of the entire nation. Canada later held on for a 1–1 draw and earned its first point of the tournament. South Korea trailed the Czech Republic in Group A despite playing well from the start and found themselves under considerable pressure. Hwang In-beom’s strike in the 67th minute brought the Koreans level before they went on to secure a 2–1 victory. Mexico’s Julián Quiñones scored the first goal of the 2026 World Cup. Mexico defeated South Africa 2–0 in Mexico City in a match that produced three red cards. It was the first time Mexico had begun a World Cup campaign with a victory in the opening match.
