Group Stage Underway: Spain, Egypt Secure Wins, Cape Verde Holds Uruguay

The FIFA World Cup 2026 continued its group stage over the weekend, with several matches played across the host nations. On June 21, Spain secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Saudi Arabia. Egypt achieved a historic first-ever World Cup win, defeating New Zealand 3-1, with Mohamed Salah contributing significantly. In a notable upset, debutants Cape Verde held Uruguay to a 2-2 draw, continuing their captivating journey in the tournament. Additionally, Iran battled to a 0-0 draw against a 10-man Belgium side, keeping their hopes alive in the competition.

Fans are buzzing about the early performances, particularly the surprise results. On social media, many are praising Cape Verde's resilience, with one user on X (formerly Twitter) noting, "Cape Verde showing they belong, that draw against Uruguay is huge for them!" Egyptian supporters are celebrating their team's historic win, with comments on platforms like Facebook highlighting Mohamed Salah's impact. There's also discussion around Belgium's struggle to break down Iran despite a man advantage, leading to questions about their tournament prospects.