
Six Letdowns Define the 2026 World Cup Group Stage
Six teams—South Korea, Scotland, Türkiye, Tunisia, Uruguay, and Portugal—defined the disappointing Group Stage of the 2026 World Cup. South Korea couldn’t sustain Lee Kang‑in’s early promise and finished third; Scotland’s cautious display yielded a timid exit; Türkiye piled up 62 shots without scoring and were eliminated; Tunisia sacked their coach after a dire opening and never recovered; Uruguay, under Bielsa, exited after a late defeat to Spain; Portugal were edged by Colombia for the group’s top spot but still advanced, with Ronaldo featuring heavily. The knockout rounds begin with a mix of giants and debutants as the tournament moves on.












