World Cup Daily: Matchday 10 - Big Names Back in Action

Germany and the Netherlands headline Saturday’s business.

⚽ World Cup Daily: Matchday 10 The United States advances. | Doug Zimmerman/ISI Photos/Getty Images The USMNT became the second team to qualify for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup on Friday. Will any other teams seal a spot when Saturday’s action begins? Mauricio Pochettino’s side made light work of Australia to secure first place in Group D and guarantee what should be a favorable path into the later stages of this summer’s tournament. The increasingly electric USMNT fans will be delighted, even if they are still worrying about Christian Pulisic’s injury. Friday was also a good day for Brazil, bouncing back from a slow start to see off Haiti and climb to the top of Group C thanks to Morocco’s 1–0 win over Scotland. A potentially fascinating meeting between the Netherlands and Sweden kicks off Saturday’s action, followed by another huge fixture as Germany takes on Côte d’Ivoire. Meanwhile, Curaçao chases its first point against a stubborn Ecuador side, before we round out the day’s action with Tunisia vs. Japan. WORLD CUP NEWS    Recommended by  Brazil has arrived. | Sathire Kelpa/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images YESTERDAY’S SCORES USMNT 2–0 Australia: (Group D) Scotland 0–1 Morocco: (Group C) Brazil 3–0 Haiti: (Group C) Türkiye 0–1 Paraguay: (Group D) VISIT OUR WORLD CUP FAN ZONE  Germany takes to the stage again. | Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images TODAY'S MATCHES Netherlands vs. Sweden: (Group F) - Houston, 1 p.m. ET - Fox Germany vs. Côte d’Ivoire: (Group E) - Toronto, 4.p.m ET - Fox Ecuador vs. Curaçao: (Group E) - Kansas City, 8 p.m. ET - Fox Tunisia vs. Japan: (Group F) - Guadalupe, 12 a.m. ET - Fox SEE FULL SCHEDULE AND STANDINGS  ⚽ Biggest World Cup Stories Getty Images Three Key Takeaways From the USMNT’s Gritty World Cup Win Over Australia READ MORE Getty Images Iran Lodges Formal Complaint With FIFA Over World Cup Treatment READ MORE Getty Images Yamal Injury: Will Spanish Star Start Against Saudi Arabia? READ MORE Getty Images USMNT’s World Cup Momentum Sparks Fan Culture That Is Just ‘So American’ READ MORE ⚽ Away from the World Cup Getty Images Why Dazzling World Cup Displays May Affect Liverpool’s Transfer Plans READ MORE Getty Images UEFA Outlines Plan for Hydration Breaks in Champions League, Euro 2028 READ MORE Get the print edition of Sports Illustrated delivered to your door. Click to subscribe! 📽 World Cup Today: SI FC Show Join the SI FC crew in New York City as they discuss the biggest World Cup talking points.    Recommended by  ⚽ The Great 48 The 2026 World Cup will be bigger than ever, thanks to an expanded field that will bring 48 teams (split into a dozen groups of four) to the festivities. With the help of an artist connected to each nation who was asked to capture the spirit of the game in their homeland, we’ve got what you need to know about all of the competitors. CHECK OUT ALL 48 WORLD CUP COVERS Join SI The Post-Up A weekly spotlight on the biggest stories and in-depth reporting of women’s basketball—from compelling athlete features to sharp commentary on the latest news and scores. CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE   Recommended by  We may receive compensation for some links to products and services included in this email. Sports Publishing Solutions Inc. 625 Broadway, 10th floor New York, NY. 10012 You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to the SI FC newsletter. You can unsubscribe here . Privacy Policy – Terms & Conditions © 2026 Sports Publishing Solutions Inc. All rights reserved. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC. All betting and gambling content included in the SI FC newsletter is intended for individuals 21+ (18+ in DC, KY, NH, RI, and WY). Betting and gambling content, including picks and predictions, are based on individual commentators' opinions and we do not guarantee any success or profits. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER or texting 800GAM. Click this link to view the newsletter in your browser.