Colombia missed a chance to secure a spot in the round of 32 after a 0-0 draw against Congo in a high-tempo World Cup group stage match in Guadalajara, Mexico, on June 23, 2026.
Colombia dominated the first half with overwhelming pace, but Congolese goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi-Nzau made multiple critical saves. A Colombian goal was disallowed for offside.
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Congo, who drew their opening match against Portugal, used a five-man defense to resist the pressure.
They remain in contention with four points if they win their final group match.
Neymar Returns for Brazil
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that 34-year-old star forward Neymar is available for their final group stage match against Scotland.
“He is available. He has trained very well.
He is fit and ready to play,” Ancelotti said.
Neymar, Brazil's all-time top scorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, had been sidelined since a knee injury in October 2023.
“We are glad he is back. He is a top-quality player,” Ancelotti added.
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Doku Rejoins Belgium
Belgium winger Jeremy Doku returned to the national squad after traveling to London for the birth of his first child.
He missed a group match against Iran due to illness.
“Shireen and Praise do fantastic and I am so grateful.
Welcoming my son into this world is one of the greatest blessings God has given me,” Doku said.
“Now it is time to go back to football and represent my country on the biggest stage.”
Croatia Edges Panama
In Group L, Croatia secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto during Luka Modric's 200th international match.
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The win keeps Croatia in contention for the round of 32 while officially eliminating Panama.
