World Cup LIVE: Portugal vs Congo, US Statement on Star's Mum, BBC Apology
World Cup LIVE: Portugal vs Congo, US Statement, BBC Apology

The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues on Wednesday with Portugal and England headlining the evening matches. Express Sport brings you live updates throughout the day and night from the tournament in North America.

Portugal vs Congo

Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, kicks off their World Cup campaign against DR Congo in Houston. The match is set to be a thrilling encounter as both teams vie for a strong start.

England vs Croatia

England faces Croatia in their Group L opener at 9 PM UK time in Dallas. Under manager Thomas Tuchel, England aims to secure all three points in what promises to be a competitive match.

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Reaction to Tuesday's Matches

Tuesday saw Lionel Messi score a hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria 3-0. More reactions and analysis are expected throughout the day.

Off-Field News

The United States has released a statement regarding the mother of a star player, though details remain unclear. Additionally, the BBC has issued an apology for an undisclosed incident during their coverage.

Stay tuned for all the latest World Cup updates, including match results, player news, and more.

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