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Spain open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against Cape Verde Islands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Monday. The European champions start as massive favourites against a side making their World Cup debut, but Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams are doubts to start.
Graham Potter's side open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign at the Estadio BBVA in Monterrey against a Tunisia team that arrives on a wretched run of form. Our prediction, predicted lineups and betting tips.
Ivory Coast make their World Cup return after a 12-year absence when they face Ecuador in a Group E clash that could effectively decide who finishes second behind Germany. Evan Ndicka is out, Enner Valencia is a doubt, and the stakes could hardly be higher.
Ronald Koeman's Netherlands begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against a Japan side missing captain Wataru Endo. Group F's opening fixture in Dallas kicks off at 21:00 BST on Sunday, 14 June.
Germany open their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign against debutants Curaçao at NRG Stadium in Houston. Julian Nagelsmann's four-time winners are heavy favourites, but the Blue Wave's historic occasion makes for a compelling Group E opener.
Scotland end a 28-year wait when they face Haiti in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C opener at Gillette Stadium on Sunday. Steve Clarke's side are firm favourites, but Billy Gilmour is out for the tournament and Scott McKenna is a doubt.
