Group E
More than Mbappe v Messi: The key players to look for in the World Cup final
The World Cup final has been billed as Messi v Mbappe ever since Argentina and France won through to the decider. But in reality, this match-up is about so much more...
- by Graham Dunbar
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World Cup chaos: Germany exit, Spain survive despite dramatic Japan loss
Germany finished third in the standings in group E, behind Spain on goal difference, with Japan top following their 2-1 win over the Spaniards, which had VAR drama critical to the victory.
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Mixed night for European heavyweights as Germany stunned and Belgium, Spain win
Germany have suffered a shock defeat to Japan, becoming the second powerhouse after Argentina to get off to a poor start, while there were no such issues for the 2010 champions.
- by Toby Davis
Group-by-group guide to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar
How will this year’s World Cup play out? Here’s our handy guide to each group in Qatar with a sharper focus on Australia’s tough Group D opponents.
- by Vince Rugari
Brazil outclass Serbia to set up Mexico clash
Goals by Paulinho and Thiago Silva steered a much-improved Brazil to a 2-0 victory over Serbia.
- by Mitch Phillips
FIFA World Cup: Day fourteen, live scores, results, highlights
Follow all the live action from the fourteenth day of the world's biggest sporting event.
- by Matt Bungard
No more politics as Swiss eye second round
Don't look for any political overtones or distractions when Switzerland goes after a place in the last 16.
Neymar's tears not a sign of weakness: coach
Brazil forwards tears at the end of win over Costa Rica are not due to weakness, Tite says.
- by Brian Homewood
Final round of group matches: All the possibilities
A look at the state of play across the board as the group stage reaches its pointy end.
Brazil full back Fagner follows in the footsteps of giants
Barely two months ago, Brazilian right back Fagner did not know if he would even be at this World Cup but now he is following in the footsteps of giants.
Switzerland strike late to sink Serbia
A 90th-minute goal by Xherdan Shaqiri secured a 2-1 victory in a fast-paced Group E match.
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