World Cup 2026 live updates: Egypt win thriller, Spain and Japan dominate group stage action

Egypt produced a landmark 3-1 comeback win against New Zealand in Group G, with Mohamed Salah playing a decisive role as his side moved top of the standings. Elsewhere, Spain delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia, while Japan also recorded a 4-0 win against Tunisia, strengthening their position in the group phase.

Germany added another strong result with a 2-1 win over Côte d'Ivoire, as teams across multiple groups continued to battle for knockout qualification spots. The updated group tables reflect shifting positions following the latest fixtures, with several sides now approaching decisive final-round matches in the expanded 48-team tournament format.

Source: FIFA official updates.