Based on the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 news from Sports Illustrated and other sources, here are the key updates as of June 13, 2026: ## **Latest FIFA World Cup 2026 News** ### **Tournament Status** - The 2026 FIFA World Cup is currently underway in the United States, Mexico, and Canada - This is the first World Cup with 48 teams and 104 matches ### **Today's Key Matches (June 13, 2026)** - **USA vs. Paraguay** - USMNT won 4-1 in their opening match at Los Angeles Stadium - **Qatar vs. Switzerland** - Scheduled for 3:00 PM ET at New York/New Jersey Stadium - **Brazil vs. Morocco** - Scheduled for 6:00 PM ET ### **Major Headlines** 1. **USMNT Dominates Paraguay** - United States opened their campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory 2. **Canada's Historic Debut** - Canada earned their first-ever World Cup point in a 1-1 draw with Bosnia & Herzegovina 3. **Cristiano Ronaldo's Message** - Ronaldo sent an emphatic message to his doubters before Portugal's World Cup opener 4. **Ticket Price Controversy** - Concerns about empty seats despite high ticket prices, particularly at Canada's debut match 5. **Christian Pulisic Injury Update** - Progress being made on potential return date for USMNT star 6. **Neymar Injury Update** - Carlo Ancelotti provided updates on Brazilian star's World Cup status ### **Group Standings (After Opening Matches)** - **Group A**: Mexico (3 pts), South Korea (3 pts), Czechia (0 pts), South Africa (0 pts) - **Group B**: Canada (1 pt), Bosnia & Herzegovina (1 pt), Switzerland (0 pts), Qatar (0 pts) - **Group D**: USA (3 pts), Turkiye (0 pts), Australia (0 pts), Paraguay (0 pts) ### **Notable Stories** - Supercomputer predicts USMNT's potential route to the final - FIFA's "worst nightmare" reportedly came true on Day 1 (empty seats controversy) - 48 nations competing in the expanded tournament format - All 16 host stadiums are now active for the tournament The tournament is generating significant excitement with the expanded format and multiple host countries, though early concerns about attendance have emerged.