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Spain 1-0 Argentina: Torres extra-time winner seals World Cup triumph
Spain won their second World Cup as Ferran Torres scored an extra-time winner to beat ten-man Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 final at MetLife Stadium, denying Lionel Messi a second consecutive title.
France 4-6 England: World Cup third place playoff in ten-goal thriller
England claimed World Cup bronze in a record-breaking ten-goal third place playoff, beating France 6-4 in Miami with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Kylian Mbappe becoming the all-time World Cup top scorer.
Spain Outclass France to Reach World Cup Final
Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro sent Spain past France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final at Dallas Stadium, booking a first final appearance since 2010.
Argentina 3-1 Switzerland: Alvarez Stunner Sets Up England Semi-Final
Julian Alvarez scored a spectacular extra-time goal as Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City to set up a World Cup semi-final against England.
Norway 1-2 England: Bellingham Brace Sends Three Lions Into Semi-Finals
Jude Bellingham scored twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time in Miami, reaching their first World Cup semi-final since 2018.
Spain 2-1 Belgium: Merino Strikes Late Again to Send Spain Through
Mikel Merino scored an 88th-minute winner for the second match running as Spain beat Belgium 2-1 to reach their first World Cup semi-final since 2010, where they will face France.
France 2-0 Morocco: Mbappe Fires Les Bleus Into Semi-Finals
Kylian Mbappe scored and assisted as France beat Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarter-final at Boston Stadium, sending Les Bleus into the semi-finals for the second tournament in a row.
Argentina 3-2 Egypt: Messi and Fernandez Rescue Holders in Atlanta Classic
Argentina came from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in an all-time World Cup classic, with Enzo Fernandez scoring the 3,000th goal in tournament history to send the holders into the quarter-finals.
Portugal 0-1 Spain: Merino's Late Strike Sends Spain Into Last Eight
Mikel Merino's 91st-minute goal gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Portugal in the World Cup last 16, sending La Roja into their first quarter-final since 2010 and ending Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup campaign.
Switzerland vs Colombia: Swiss Win on Penalties to Reach First Quarter-Final in 72 Years
Switzerland beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw to reach their first World Cup quarter-final since 1954, setting up a meeting with Argentina.
USA vs Belgium: World Cup 2026 Last 16 Result, Stats & What's Next
Belgium cruised past co-hosts USA 4-1 at Seattle Stadium with a Charles De Ketelaere brace, ending the last host nation's World Cup campaign.
Mexico vs England: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
England beat co-hosts Mexico 2-3 in the last 16, with a Jude Bellingham brace and Harry Kane penalty seeing off a spirited Mexico fightback.
Brazil vs Norway: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Norway stunned five-time champions Brazil 1-2 in the last 16, with a late Erling Haaland brace sending them into the World Cup quarter-finals.
Canada vs Morocco: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Morocco eliminated co-host Canada 3-0 in the Round of 16, with Azzedine Ounahi's brace and a Brahim Diaz assist record sealing the result.
France vs Paraguay: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Kylian Mbappe's 70th-minute penalty sent France past Paraguay 1-0, drawing him level with Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup goal record.
World Cup 2026 July 3 Results: Argentina Through, LMS Recap
Argentina, Australia, and Colombia all won on July 3. Round of 32 is done. Here's what it means for your Last Man Standing pool.
World Cup 2026 LMS: How to Manage Your Remaining Picks in the Knockouts
With 16 teams left at the 2026 World Cup, how you manage your unused picks determines who wins your Last Man Standing pool. Here's the framework.
World Cup 2026 Round of 16: LMS Picks Guide for July 4
The World Cup 2026 Round of 16 starts today. Last Man Standing picks guide for July 4's matches — who to back, who to avoid, and who to save.
Argentina vs Cape Verde: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Argentina edged Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time as Messi scored his record 20th World Cup goal in a nervy Round of 32 win.
Australia vs Egypt: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Salah's Panenka sealing Egypt's first World Cup knockout win.
Colombia vs Ghana: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Jhon Arias scored in the 14th minute as Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16 with their third clean sheet.
Portugal 2-1 Croatia: Ramos Header in the 94th Minute Breaks Croatian Hearts
Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Perisic led for Croatia, Ronaldo equalized from the spot, then Gonçalo Ramos headed a 94th-minute winner.
World Cup 2026 LMS Picks: July 3 — Argentina, Australia or Colombia?
Last Man Standing guide for the three World Cup 2026 Round of 32 matches on July 3: Australia vs Egypt, Argentina vs Cape Verde, and Colombia vs Ghana.
Spain 3-0 Austria: Oyarzabal Brace Sends La Roja Into the Last 16
Spain demolished Austria 3-0 in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice, Pedro Porro added a third. LMS players who picked Spain breathed easy.
England vs DR Congo: What Last Man Standing players need to know about today's Round of 32 clash
England face DR Congo in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 today. Here's what LMS and predictor players should know before making their pick.
Germany are out. Paraguay knocked them out on penalties — and it's the most brutal LMS elimination yet
Germany 1-1 Paraguay (3-4 on pens): how the four-time World Cup winners crashed out in the Round of 32, and what it means for your Last Man Standing pool.
Morocco beat Netherlands on penalties. The Round of 32 is already breaking hearts — and LMS pools
Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (2-3 on pens): Bounou saves two, Issa Diop equalises in the 91st minute, and another major World Cup 2026 favourite goes out.
Argentina vs Morocco Round of 32: The LMS Pick That Could End Your Run
Argentina face Morocco in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Before you back Messi's side in your Last Man Standing pool, read this. Morocco are not an easy pick to dismiss.
France vs Sweden: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
France beat Sweden 3-0 in the World Cup Round of 32 as Kylian Mbappé broke the all-time record for goals in World Cup knockout matches with a brace.
France vs Uruguay Round of 32: Should You Back France in Your LMS Pool?
France face Uruguay in the World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Here's how to think about the France pick in Last Man Standing pools and whether to use them now or save them.
Ivory Coast vs Norway: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 32, with Haaland's 86th-minute winner sealing a historic first knockout victory.
Mexico vs Ecuador: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 at the Azteca to end a 40-year World Cup knockout drought, with goals from Quiñones and Jiménez putting El Tri into the last 16.
World Cup 2026 Round of 32: LMS Picks for June 30 (France, Spain, Argentina, Portugal)
Four Round of 32 matches today including France vs Uruguay, Spain vs Norway, Argentina vs Morocco and Portugal vs Belgium. LMS picks and strategy for each.
Brazil vs Japan, World Cup 2026 Round of 32: LMS Pick Guide
Brazil face Japan in the World Cup Round of 32 today. Here's what LMS pool players need to know before making their pick.
Canada 1-0 South Africa: Stoppage-Time Eustáquio Strike Sends Co-Hosts Into Last 16
Stephen Eustáquio's 92nd-minute strike gave Canada a historic first knockout stage win at the 2026 World Cup. What it means for LMS pools.
World Cup 2026 Round of 32: LMS Picks for June 29 (Germany, Netherlands, Brazil)
Four Round of 32 matches today including Brazil vs Japan, Germany vs Paraguay, and Netherlands vs Morocco. Here are the LMS picks for each.
England in the WC2026 Knockouts: Back Them Now or Save Them?
England qualified from Group L at the 2026 World Cup. Should you use them as your Last Man Standing pick now, or hold them back for the harder rounds? Soccer pool strategy.
WC2026 Predictor Game Guide: How to Score Big in the Knockout Rounds
The World Cup 2026 knockouts begin today. Here's how to max your score in a football predictor game or soccer score predictor pool during the knockout rounds.
WC2026 Round of 32 Day 1: The Knockout Picks That Will Define Your LMS Pool
The World Cup 2026 knockout rounds begin today. Here's how to pick smart in the Round of 32 Day 1 for Last Man Standing pools and soccer predictor games.
Algeria vs Austria: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Algeria and Austria drew 3-3 in a wild finale as Kalajdzic equalised in the 90th+5 minute — both sides advance to the round of 32.
Argentina vs Jordan: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Argentina beat Jordan 3-1 as Messi's free-kick extended his World Cup record to 19 goals and sealed Group J top spot.
Colombia vs Portugal: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Colombia and Portugal drew 0-0 in Miami — Colombia top Group K, Portugal through as runners-up, Davinson Sanchez's late header ruled out by VAR.
Croatia vs Ghana: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Croatia beat Ghana 2-1 in Philadelphia as Vlasic's 83rd-minute header — from a Modric corner — earned the Vatreni second spot in Group L.
DR Congo vs Uzbekistan: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in Atlanta to reach the World Cup knockout stage for the first time, with Yoane Wissa scoring twice.
England vs Panama: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
England beat Panama 2-0 as Bellingham and Kane goals sealed Group L top spot — Kane's strike set a new England World Cup scoring record.
WC2026 Group Stage Done: What the Final Standings Mean for Your LMS Pool
The World Cup 2026 group stage is over. 32 teams are through. Here's what the final table means for Last Man Standing pools heading into the knockouts.
World Cup 2026: The 5 LMS Picks to Save for the Knockout Rounds
Most Last Man Standing players waste their best picks in the group stage. Here are the five teams worth saving for when the World Cup knockout rounds get difficult.
WC2026 Round of 32: Day 1 LMS Picks — Who to Back and Who to Avoid
The World Cup knockout rounds start today. Here are the Round of 32 Last Man Standing picks worth backing — and the ones that will end your pool run early.
Belgium vs New Zealand: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Belgium crushed New Zealand 5-1 in Vancouver to top Group G, with Leandro Trossard scoring twice and Kevin De Bruyne adding a third.
Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Cape Verde's 0-0 draw with Saudi Arabia was enough to make history — the Blue Sharks became the first World Cup debutant to reach the knockouts since Slovakia in 2010.
Ecuador 2-1 Germany: The Last Man Standing Trap Nobody Saw Coming
Germany lost 2-1 to Ecuador at World Cup 2026. If you backed the Germans in your LMS pool, it's over. Here's what happened and what to learn from it.
Egypt vs Iran: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Egypt and Iran drew 1-1 in Group G, with a VAR drama in the 93rd minute denying Iran a winner that would have changed everything.
France vs Norway: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Ousmane Dembélé scored the second-fastest hat trick in World Cup history as France hammered Norway 4-1 in Boston to top Group I.
World Cup 2026 Matchday 3 LMS Picks: Groups G, H and I — Who to Back Today
France, Spain and Belgium all play today in the final group stage round. Here are the Last Man Standing picks worth making — and the traps worth avoiding.
Senegal vs Iraq: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Senegal thrashed 10-man Iraq 5-0 in Toronto to make World Cup history as the first African nation to score five goals in a single World Cup match.
Spain vs Uruguay: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Álex Baena's 42nd-minute goal, aided by a Muslera howler, sent Spain top of Group H and eliminated Uruguay from World Cup 2026.
Turkey 3-2 USA: Last-Second Drama That Had LMS Players Screaming at Their Phones
Kaan Ayhan's stoppage-time winner gave Turkey a 3-2 victory over USA at World Cup 2026. USA still advanced, but LMS players who backed them had a very bad night.
Last Man Standing Football Tips: How to Survive All Season
Strategy tips for Last Man Standing football pools — managing your team bank, reading fixtures, and avoiding early elimination.
Germany at World Cup 2026: The LMS Pick Everyone's Saving for the Wrong Round
Germany are quietly one of the most reliable LMS picks at World Cup 2026 — but most pools are saving them for a round they'll never reach. Here's the right way to use them.
Ivory Coast vs Curaçao: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Ivory Coast beat Curaçao 2-0 thanks to two Nicolas Pépé goals, reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in the nation's history.
Japan vs Sweden: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in Group F, with Maeda's opener cancelled out by Elanga, as both nations advanced to the World Cup 2026 Round of 32.
World Cup 2026 Matchday 3: The LMS Decision That Ends Most Pools
Matchday 3 of the World Cup group stage is where Last Man Standing pools get decided. Here's how to navigate the final group games without getting caught out.
Netherlands vs Tunisia: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1 in Kansas City to top Group F, with Brian Brobbey scoring his third goal of World Cup 2026 as the Dutch made it 15 unbeaten.
Paraguay vs Australia: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Paraguay and Australia drew 0-0 in Group D, with both nations advancing to the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 — but no LMS pick survived.
WC2026 Round of 32: Why the New Format Changes Everything for LMS Pools
The 2026 World Cup has 32 teams in the knockout rounds instead of 16. Here's what that means for your Last Man Standing pool strategy.
Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Bosnia beat Qatar 3-1 in Seattle with 18-year-old Kerim Alajbegovic scoring the opener — Bosnia advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
Brazil vs Scotland: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 in Miami with Vinicius Junior scoring twice and Matheus Cunha adding a third — Selecao top Group C with a perfect record.
England 0-0 Ghana: 79% Possession, Zero Goals, and a Group L Mess
England controlled the ball for 79% of their World Cup Group L clash with Ghana and couldn't score. Here's what the 0-0 means for LMS pools.
LMS Picks for June 24: Switzerland vs Canada and Scotland vs Brazil
Switzerland face Canada in a Group B top-of-table clash while Scotland take on Brazil in Group C. Here are the LMS angles for both matches on June 24.
Mexico vs Czechia: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Mexico beat Czechia 3-0 at the Azteca to top Group A, with goals from Chavez, Quinones and Fidalgo sealing a dominant co-host victory.
Ronaldo Scores in His Sixth World Cup: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, became the first player in history to score at six different World Cups as Portugal demolished Uzbekistan 5-0 on June 23.
South Africa vs South Korea: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 through Thapelo Maseko's 63rd-minute goal — Bafana Bafana reach the World Cup knockouts for the first time ever.
Switzerland vs Canada: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 at BC Place to top Group B, with Johan Manzambi's third goal of the tournament sealing a win on Canadian soil.
Algeria vs Jordan: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Algeria came from behind to beat Jordan 2-1 on Monday, with two late corners keeping their World Cup knockout hopes alive.
Colombia vs DR Congo: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Daniel Muñoz's 76th-minute strike sealed Colombia's 1-0 win over DR Congo on June 23, sending Los Cafeteros through to the knockout stage.
Croatia vs Panama: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Ante Budimir's 54th-minute header gave Croatia a 1-0 win over Panama on June 23, with Luka Modric reaching 200 international caps in the process.
France vs Iraq: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
France beat Iraq 3-0 on Mbappé's 100th cap as a weather delay made history. Group I breakdown and LMS pool implications.
Messi Breaks World Cup Goals Record With 18 — What It Means for Your LMS Pool
Lionel Messi surpassed Miroslav Klose with a brace against Austria on June 22. Argentina are flying — but are they the right LMS pick?
Norway vs Senegal: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Norway beat Senegal 3-2 at MetLife Stadium as Haaland struck twice to send the Vikings into the last 32. LMS pool breakdown and key stats.
Portugal vs Uzbekistan: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Portugal crushed Uzbekistan 5-0 on June 23, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice to become the first player to score at six World Cups.
How to Run an Office Football Pool (Without Losing Your Mind)
A practical guide to setting up a fair, low-effort office football pool that people actually stick with all season.
Spain 4-0 Saudi Arabia: Yamal and Oyarzabal Answer the Doubters (World Cup 2026)
Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal scored as Spain crushed Saudi Arabia 4-0 at World Cup 2026, answering every question left by their goalless opener against Cape Verde.
Uruguay 2-2 Cape Verde: Pina's Free Kick Sparks Another Stunning Draw (World Cup 2026)
Kevin Pina's 32-metre free kick and a late Hélio Varela leveller earned Cape Verde a second straight draw, holding Uruguay 2-2 at World Cup 2026.
Group G Matchday 2: Egypt End a 92-Year Wait, Belgium Survive a Red Card
Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 for their first ever World Cup win as Belgium and Iran played out a 10-man stalemate. Group G's Last Man Standing picture, explained.
Group I Matchday 2: France Face Iraq, Norway Face Senegal — Are Either Pick Still Safe?
France play Iraq and Norway play Senegal today in World Cup 2026 Group I. Both group leaders look like obvious Last Man Standing picks again, but is that the trap?
Group J Matchday 2: Argentina vs Austria Is a Genuine Group Decider
Argentina face Austria today in a top-of-the-table World Cup 2026 Group J clash, while Jordan and Algeria meet looking for their first points. The LMS and predictor breakdown.
Group H Matchday 2: Can Spain Actually Score This Time, and Is Uruguay vs Cape Verde a Trap Too?
Spain face Saudi Arabia and Uruguay face Cape Verde today in World Cup 2026 Group H. After a chaotic Matchday 1, here's the Last Man Standing and predictor angle.
Ecuador 0-0 Curaçao: World Cup 2026's Most Boring Game Is a Last Man Standing Coin Flip
Ecuador and Curaçao played out a scoreless draw at World Cup 2026. Whether that keeps you alive in your Last Man Standing pool depends entirely on your pool's rules.
Germany 2-1 Ivory Coast: Deniz Undav's Late Brace Sends Germany Through (World Cup 2026)
Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice in the final half hour, including a 94th-minute winner, as Germany came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 at World Cup 2026.
Netherlands 5-1 Sweden: Brobbey and Gakpo Both Score Twice (World Cup 2026)
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each scored twice as the Netherlands thrashed Sweden 5-1 at World Cup 2026 to claim their first win of the tournament.
Tunisia 0-4 Japan: Group F Is Effectively Over, and So Are a Lot of Picks
Japan beat Tunisia 4-0 at World Cup 2026, with Ayase Ueda scoring twice. Tunisia are all but out of Group F, and so is anyone who picked them.
Mexico and USA Are Already Through: What the World Cup 2026's First Qualifiers Mean for Your Pool
Mexico were first to seal a Round of 32 spot, USA followed within 24 hours. Here's what having teams already qualified means if you're running a Last Man Standing pool.
Group H Is a Last Man Standing Minefield: Why Spain Aren't the Safe Pick You Think
Spain drew 0-0 with Cape Verde. Saudi Arabia held Uruguay 1-1. All four teams are level on one point. Group H is the most dangerous pool at World Cup 2026.
The World Cup Group Stage Trap: Why Your 'Safe' Pick Might Be Your Last
The World Cup group stage looks simple for Last Man Standing pools — back the big sides, survive. Here's why it's harder than it looks.
Brazil vs Haiti: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Brazil cruise past Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia as Matheus Cunha's brace and a Vinicius Jr strike seal comfortable Group C victory.
Scotland vs Morocco: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 thanks to Ismael Saibari's 70-second opener — a brutal result for Group C's dark horses.
Turkey vs Paraguay: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Paraguay beat Turkey 1-0 with the second-fastest goal in World Cup history, then survived the match with ten men to seal a stunning upset.
USA vs Australia: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
USMNT beat Australia 2-0 in Seattle — an own goal and a Freeman header send the hosts into the Round of 32.
Last Man Standing Football: The Complete Rules Guide
How Last Man Standing football pools work, common rule variations, and how to run yours fairly from start to finish.
Canada vs Qatar: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Jonathan David's hat-trick fired Canada to a historic 6-0 rout of nine-man Qatar in Vancouver — the co-hosts' first ever World Cup win, in record-breaking style.
Czechia vs South Africa: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Czechia led through Sadilek's early goal but South Africa's Mokoena penalty salvaged a 1-1 draw in Atlanta — both sides left pointless after two games.
Mexico vs South Korea: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Luis Romo pounced on goalkeeper Kim's howler to give Mexico a 1-0 win in Guadalajara — making them the first team to reach the World Cup 2026 knockouts.
Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Switzerland scored four times in a breathless final 20 minutes at SoFi Stadium — 20-year-old substitute Johan Manzambi the star in a 4-1 Group B rout.
How to Run a Football Sweepstake at Work (Free Generator)
The difference between a sweepstake and a predictor pool, plus a step-by-step guide to running a fair, HR-friendly office sweepstake.
Colombia vs Uzbekistan: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Colombia beat World Cup debutants Uzbekistan 3-1 at the Estadio Azteca, with Luis Díaz scoring and assisting in a wild Group K opener.
England vs Croatia: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
England beat Croatia 4-2 in a chaotic World Cup opener, with Harry Kane equalling Gary Lineker's England World Cup scoring record.
Ghana vs Panama: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Ghana snatched a 1-0 win over Panama in the 95th minute through Caleb Yirenkyi, denying Los Canaleros their first ever World Cup point.
Portugal vs DR Congo: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Portugal were held to a shock 1-1 draw by DR Congo in Houston, with Yoane Wissa's header denying Ronaldo's side a winning start.
Argentina vs Algeria: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0, equalling Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record on his record-breaking 200th international appearance.
Austria vs Jordan: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Austria beat Jordan 3-1 at Levi's Stadium for their first World Cup win in 36 years, with Marko Arnautović converting a late penalty.
France vs Senegal: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
France beat Senegal 3-1 in their World Cup 2026 opener as Mbappé scored twice and broke France's all-time scoring record with 58 international goals.
Norway vs Iraq: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Norway beat Iraq 4-1 in their World Cup 2026 opener as Erling Haaland scored twice on his tournament debut in Foxborough.
World Cup Office Pool Ideas for 2026 (That Actually Work)
Five World Cup office pool formats explained simply, with guidance on group size, inclusivity, and prizes that cost nothing.
Belgium vs Egypt: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Belgium rescued a 1-1 draw against Egypt thanks to a Lukaku-forced own goal 22 seconds after he came on — denying Egypt a historic first World Cup win.
Iran vs New Zealand: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Iran and New Zealand shared a thrilling 2-2 draw at SoFi Stadium — Elijah Just scored twice for the All Whites in a match full of records.
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Saudi Arabia held Uruguay to a 1-1 draw in Miami, with keeper Al-Owais starring before Maxi Araújo rescued a point in the 79th minute.
Spain vs Cabo Verde: Result, Stats & Predictions (World Cup 2026)
Spain held to a stunning 0-0 draw by World Cup debutants Cabo Verde — 40-year-old keeper Vozinha the hero in Atlanta.
World Cup 2026 Last Man Standing: How to Set One Up Now
Why the 2026 World Cup is ideal for Last Man Standing pools, how many rounds to expect, and how to set one up before the knockouts start.
Why Last Man Standing Pools Are So Addictive
One pick a week. One wrong call and you're out. We break down why Last Man Standing football pools have a grip on fans that league-table formats simply can't match.
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