World Cup Shakes Up: Canada Makes History, Brazil Edges Japan, England's Duo Shine

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is buzzing with drama as Canada made history, advancing to the Round of 16 for the very first time after a nail-biting 1-0 win against South Africa. Stephen Eustáquio became the hero, scoring a dramatic late goal that sent the co-hosts celebrating into the next round, where they will face either the Netherlands or Morocco. Meanwhile, football giants Brazil just scraped through their own Round of 32 clash, beating a spirited Japan 2-1 with a last-minute goal from Gabriel Martinelli. Japan had taken an early lead through Kaishu Sano, but Casemiro brought Brazil back into the game before Martinelli sealed their spot in the Round of 16. On the other side of the tournament, England's dynamic duo, Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, continued to impress, leading their team to top Group L with a 2-0 victory over Panama. Kane also etched his name in history, becoming England's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with 11 goals, surpassing Gary Lineker. As the tournament moves deeper into the Knockout Stages, all eyes are on whether England can find more widespread attacking contributions beyond Bellingham and Kane. Canada's historic advance promises exciting matches ahead, and Brazil's narrow escape shows that no team can be underestimated. The Round of 16, which begins on July 4, is set to deliver more thrilling moments, with matchups still forming. The stakes are getting higher, and every match is now a fight for survival in this expanded World Cup format.