# World Cup 2026 Roundup: Brazil Crushes Scotland, Haaland Powers Norway Through, Ronaldinho Returns at 46
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is delivering drama by the bucketload. With group stages reaching their climax, here’s everything you need to know from the past 24 hours of action across North America.
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## 🏆 Brazil 3 – 0 Scotland
Vinícius Júnior was unstoppable as Brazil breezed past Scotland with a dominant 3-0 victory. The Real Madrid star netted a brace (two goals), while Matheus Cunha added a third to seal the win.
The result sends Brazil through as **Group B winners**, but leaves Scotland manager Steve Clarke’s side in a nail-biting wait. The Scots now need results elsewhere to go their way to sneak into the Round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams.
## 🇳🇴 Haaland Does It Again
Erling Haaland continued his incredible World Cup form, scoring twice as **Norway defeated Senegal** to book their place in the knockout stage. The Manchester City striker has been virtually unplayable, and Norway now looks like a dark horse to go deep into the tournament.
## Other Key Results
| Match | Score | Highlights |
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| Morocco vs Haiti | 4-2 | Six-goal thriller; Morocco battled back from behind |
| Croatia vs Panama | 2-1 | Budimir winner on Modrić’s landmark day |
| Colombia vs DR Congo | 1-0 | Muñoz breaks resistance to send Colombia through |
| Algeria vs Jordan | 2-0 | Gouiri pounces early to seal Algerian victory |
| Bosnia vs Qatar | 3-1 | Bosnia on verge of knockout qualification |
| Switzerland vs Canada | 2-0 | Canada loses home advantage for last 32 |
| Norway vs Senegal | 3-1 | Haaland x2 as Norway seals knockout spot |
## 🔥 Ronaldinho Returns at 46!
In one of the wildest football stories of the year, **Brazilian legend Ronaldinho** has signed for Italian Serie C side Ravenna at the age of 46.
The 2002 World Cup winner and two-time FIFA World Player of the Year, who last played professionally in 2015, has come out of retirement to join the third-tier Italian club. Ravenna confirmed the signing, sending shockwaves through the football world.
While it’s unlikely the 46-year-old will feature heavily, his presence alone is a massive boost for Ravenna — expect packed stadiums and global attention for the Serie C side.
## 🇺🇸 USA’s Upcoming Fixtures
Team USA fans, mark your calendars:
– **USA vs Japan** — Group H, June 26
– **USA vs England** — Group H, June 30
– **Potential Round of 32** — July 3-5
## ❓ FAQ
**Q: When is the World Cup 2026 knockout stage starting?**
A: The Round of 32 kicks off around July 3, with the final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
**Q: Has the US men’s team qualified for the knockout stage yet?**
A: Not yet. The USMNT’s group stage is still ongoing with crucial matches against Japan and England ahead.
**Q: Is Ronaldinho actually going to play for Ravenna?**
A: While the signing is official, it’s unclear how much game time the 46-year-old legend will see. He’ll likely be used in a mentorship role with occasional cameo appearances.
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## ⚡ Final Verdict
The 2026 World Cup is heating up fast. Brazil looks like a serious contender, Haaland is on a mission, and the knockout bracket is taking shape. And if that wasn’t enough — Ronaldinho is BACK.
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