The 2026 World Cup - Day 25

Sunday night's World Cup action features some fascinating clashes, including England's visit to the iconic Azteca Stadium.

First up, it's Brazil vs Norway, as the five-time world champions take on Erling Haaland and co. Brazil have not quite convinced under ex-Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti and were fortunate to sneak past a valiant Japan side in the Round of 32.

That said, Vinicius Junior has finally come alive in a major tournament for the South Americans, with Matheus Cunha and Bruno Guimaraes providing able support. 

Norway are back on this stage for the first time in 28 years, but have impressed to date. It helps, of course, to have Haaland in your ranks, with the Manchester City goal machine making a push for the Golden Boot.

In the early hours, Jordan Pickford and England must handle altitude and a hostile home crowd if they are to progress to the quarter-finals.

Mexico are unbeaten in 13 years in competitive games and the Azteca, and have lost only twice in 89 games since its opening in 1966. However, the calibre of opposition has somewhat shewed those statistics...

Sunday 5 July 2026

21:00 Brazil vs Norway — ITV 1
01:00 Mexico vs England — BBC One

Read more - Another major tournament, more Pickford nonsense

 

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