World Cup 2026: Live Scores and Standings from June 25 Group Stage Matches
The Sporting News is providing live updates and results from the 2026 World Cup group matches on Thursday, June 25, as teams battle for spots in the Round of 32.
It may feel like the tournament just started, but two weeks have passed since the first kick-off on June 11 in Mexico City. Now, the group phase nears its end, with many teams still fighting to secure their place in the knockout rounds.
Key Matches on June 25
Thursday's action included six matches across several venues in the United States. The day began at 4 p.m. ET with Ivory Coast vs. Curacao at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and Germany vs. Ecuador at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.
Later, Sweden faced Japan at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, and the Netherlands took on Tunisia at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, both starting at 7 p.m. ET. The evening concluded with Australia vs. Paraguay at Levi’s Stadium in San Francisco and the United States vs. Turkey at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, beginning at 10 p.m. ET.
Ivory Coast, Curacao, Ecuador, Sweden, Japan, the Netherlands, Australia, and Paraguay were competing for final rankings. Germany and the U.S. had already secured top spots in their groups, while Tunisia and Turkey were eliminated from contention.
Group D Highlights
The USA-Turkey match ended dramatically, with Kaan Ayhan scoring in stoppage time to give Turkey a 3-2 victory at SoFi Stadium. Meanwhile, Australia and Paraguay played to a 0-0 draw, which was enough for Australia to advance as Group D’s second-place team.
Q = Qualified for Knockout Stage; E = Eliminated
At halftime, Turkey led the U.S. 2-1, but the Americans had already clinched Group D. The draw between Australia and Paraguay meant both were still in contention to move forward, with Australia ultimately securing second place.
Group F Recap
The final games saw the Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1, and Japan draw 1-1 with Sweden. These results confirmed the top three teams in Group F advancing. Sweden qualified as one of the best third-place finishers.
Q = Qualified for Knockout Stage; E = Eliminated
Noteworthy moments included Daizen Maeda’s goal putting Japan ahead and Anthony Elanga’s stunning equalizer for Sweden. Despite Tunisia’s early own goal against the Netherlands, the group outcomes were largely unaffected for Japan and Sweden's qualification hopes.
Group E Developments
Ecuador stunned Germany with a 2-1 victory at MetLife Stadium, boosting their chances to advance alongside Ivory Coast, who defeated Curacao 2-0. Germany had already secured the group lead before these results.
During the match, Gonzalo Plata scored a late goal for Ecuador, keeping their hopes alive, while Ivory Coast maintained control with another goal in their game. Curacao was eliminated after their loss.
Q = Qualified for Knockout Stage; E = Eliminated
Round of 32 Qualification Summary
- Group A: Mexico and South Africa qualified
- Group B: Switzerland and Canada advanced
- Group C: Brazil and Morocco moved forward
- Group D: United States and Australia qualified
- Group E: Germany, Ivory Coast, and Ecuador made it through
- Group F: Netherlands, Japan, and Sweden advanced
Some third-place teams also advanced, including Sweden and Ecuador, with others yet to be determined.
Upcoming Matches
The schedule continues with Group I, H, G, L, K, and J matches running from June 26 to June 27, featuring teams like France, Norway, Uruguay, Spain, England, and Argentina.
Broadcast Information
Most matches are available via FOX and FS1 broadcasts, with streaming options through fubo available for viewers in the U.S.
