On June 14, 2026, the World Cup in the United States saw its first major surprises. Brazil, a pre-tournament favorite, struggled in their opening match against Costa Rica, settling for a 1-1 draw. The Brazilian team appeared rusty, failing to convert several chances.
Meanwhile, the England squad faced an off-field drama. According to reports, several England players had personal belongings stolen from their hotel rooms in New York. The incident occurred just hours before their match against Iran, but did not affect the game's outcome.
England went on to win 2-0 against Iran, with goals from Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. The theft is under investigation by local police. No further details have been released.
