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Get the kettle on and settle in — this one promises fireworks. At the MetLife Stadium on Saturday night, Brazil go head-to-head with Morocco in a Group C opener that could set the tone for both nations’ World Cup campaigns. The Selecao arrive with the weight of expectat... show more

Brace yourselves — this is the kind of World Cup curtain-raiser that has pundits rubbing their hands. Qatar face Switzerland at Levi’s Stadium, and while the glamour may sit elsewhere in the group, this clash matters for momentum and confidence. Qatar arrive with a poor... show more

There’s a proper tournament feel in the air as Canada prepare to welcome Bosnia-Herzegovina to Toronto Stadium for the opening Group B clash. The hosts come riding an eight-game unbeaten wave, while the visitors have momentum after nervy playoff shootouts. This is one o... show more

It’s a proper curtain-raiser with a bit of theatre thrown in — USA welcome Paraguay to the iconic Los Angeles Stadium in a fixture that matters far more than three points. The hosts will be desperate to set the tone in front of a partisan crowd while Paraguay arrive as ... show more

There’s a proper buzz in the air as Republic of Korea and Czechia prepare to kick off Group A at Guadalajara Stadium. This opener matters — both sides need momentum with Mexico and South Africa waiting in the wings. Form and firepower make this one a tasty curtain-raise... show more

There’s a proper carnival feel about this one as Mexico welcome South Africa to Estadio Azteca for the curtain-raiser of the World Cup. The co-hosts will be itching to set the tone in Group A, while Bafana Bafana arrive with plenty to prove — not least that they can ups... show more