FIFA World Cup 2026 as it happened: Iran and NZ draw 2-2 after boos ring out across SoFi Stadium during Iranian national anthem; Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Cape Verde shock opponents with four draws in four games

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Goodbye for now

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That is all we have time for today.

Thanks for following along with our live coverage. And, the good news is we’ll be back to do it all again from 5am tomorrow.

If you’re looking for something to quench your World Cup thirst until then, why not check out some of our other coverage?

• You could read this fantastic feature from reporter Vince Rugari on Iraq coach Graham Arnold?
• Or how about the story of how goalscorer Connor Metcalfe became and Australian hero?
• A personal favourite of mine is this Good Weekend feature on Nestory Irakunda.
• And, don’t forget this story on the Socceroos newest star Patrick Beach, who went from accidental goalkeeper to a household name.