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World Cup Day 15: Curaçao Chases History, Japan Faces Sweden in a Direct Clash

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What happened

Day 15 of the 2026 World Cup features decisive group matches that will send more teams into the round of 32. Curaçao can make history with its first-ever win, Japan and Sweden meet in a direct qualification clash, and Paraguay and Australia fight for survival.

  • 01Curaçao can qualify for the knockout stage with a win over Ivory Coast.
  • 02Japan and Sweden meet in a direct battle for advancement.
  • 03Paraguay and Australia play a crucial match for second place.
  • 04Germany and the United States have already taken control of their groups.
  • 05Tunisia and Turkey are already eliminated.

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N12Center · Hebrew11 hours ago
World Cup Day 15: Curaçao Chases History, Japan Faces Sweden in a Direct Clash
MakoCenter · Hebrew11 hours ago
World Cup Day 15: Curaçao Chases History, Japan and Sweden Face Direct Knockout Test

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