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Expect a proper end-of-group rub as Panama take on England at the MetLife Stadium — a match that matters for finishing positions even if one side is already bowing out. England will want to tidy up the job, while Panama will be desperate to avoid becoming mere footnote ... show more

Expect a feisty finale in Group H when Uruguay face Spain at the Estadio Akron on Saturday — a clash that will decide who tops the group and who scrambles for survival. Spain arrive unbeaten in the tournament and full of continental swagger, while Uruguay must turn draw... show more

Wake up, early birds — this one’s a corker. Cape Verde Islands take on Saudi Arabia in a decisive Group H clash that will go a long way to deciding who strolls into the round of 32. Both sides need a result; both have reasons to be nervy. Form, grit and a touch of World... show more

Wake up call for the neutrals and a late-night headache for punters: it’s New Zealand taking on Belgium at Vancouver in a Group G showdown that will decide who moves on to the knockout rounds. Both sides arrive with something to prove — Belgium grappling with underwhelm... show more

There’s a proper buzz about this one as Norway take on France at Foxborough on 26 June — two teams already through to the last 16 but both with something to prove. It’s a clash of star power and contrasting fortunes: Norway’s recent run has been splendid while France ca... show more

Roll up, folks — this is the last group-stage hurrah. The co-hosts USA take on Turkey at SoFi Stadium, and while the stakes are higher for the hosts, Turkey will be desperate to leave the tournament with some pride. Form has been a mixed bag: the Americans have already ... show more

It’s a proper scrap-up in the Group stage as Senegal take on Iraq at Toronto — a game that could decide who sneaks into the last 32. Both sides sit on zero points after two games, so expect nerves, urgency and a few wild moments as they try to avoid the ignominy of a th... show more

There’s a real pressure-cooker feel about this one as Egypt meet Iran at Lumen Field in Seattle — a game that could decide who strolls into the last 32 and who heads home early. Form, nerves and a healthy dose of individual quality mean this Group G finale is far from a... show more

There’s a proper feel-good vs work-to-do clash as Tunisia meet Netherlands at Arrowhead Stadium on 26 June. The Eagles of Carthage arrive with pride to play after two heavy defeats, while the Dutch are poised to turn their Group F fate into a tidy knockout berth. Form, ... show more

There’s a proper cup-tie feel to this one as Ecuador take on Germany in New Jersey — a straight shootout for a place in the last 16. Ecuador need a win to keep their World Cup hopes alive while Germany, already through, can afford to tinker. Form, fitness and who’s rest... show more