Neves Nets Early Opener as World Cup Groups K, L Play
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- Rúben Neves netted an early opener as the 2026 FIFA World Cup reached its one-week mark on the day Groups K and L played
- Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal faced DR Congo in one of four Group K and L fixtures on the slate
- England took on Croatia in another marquee matchup of the day's eight-team group-stage finale
- Ghana battled Panama while Uzbekistan faced Colombia to round out the day's four matches
- The eight teams from Groups K and L represent the last two groups to see action in the group stage
Why it matters: These four matches close out the group stage, determining which teams advance to the knockout rounds and which go home. With marquee names like Cristiano Ronaldo and a traditional power in England still in play, the day's results directly shape the tournament bracket heading into the second week.
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